Hazelnut Affogato AeroPress with Dark Chocolate Shavings
A creamy coffee dessert with rich hazelnut gelato and dark chocolate shavings
January 19, 2025
Love the rich taste of Italian affogato? This AeroPress version combines smooth espresso-style coffee with creamy hazelnut gelato and luxurious dark chocolate shavings for an amazing coffee dessert experience.
This recipe is super simple to make at home. Using the AeroPress creates a perfect espresso-like shot that's ideal for affogato. We're using a dark roast coffee for bold flavor, and the hazelnut gelato adds a nutty sweetness that pairs perfectly with the chocolate. Great for dessert or as a fancy afternoon treat!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary coffee dessert! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
- Quick and easy to make with simple ingredients
- Perfect balance of hot and cold textures
- Restaurant-quality dessert you can make at home
- Customizable with different gelato flavors
Hazelnut Affogato AeroPress with Dark Chocolate Shavings
A creamy coffee dessert with rich hazelnut gelato and dark chocolate shavings
Affogato, AeroPress Coffee, Hazelnut Gelato, Dark Chocolate, Italian Dessert, Coffee Dessert
Equipment
- AeroPress
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Serving glass
- Vegetable peeler
- Ice cream scoop
Ingredients
- 18g dark roast coffee beans, finely ground
- 90ml hot water (200°F/93°C)
- 2 scoops hazelnut gelato
- 15g dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 AeroPress filter
Instructions
- Place the AeroPress filter in the cap and rinse with hot water
- Set up your AeroPress in the standard position
- Add the ground coffee to the AeroPress
- Pour hot water over the grounds and stir gently
- Attach the cap and wait 1 minute
- Press slowly, taking about 30 seconds
- Place 2 scoops of hazelnut gelato in a chilled serving glass
- Pour the hot coffee over the gelato
- Use a vegetable peeler to create chocolate shavings on top
- Serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Pre-chill your serving glass for the best temperature contrast
- Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor
- Shave the chocolate right before serving for the prettiest presentation
- Let the gelato soften slightly at room temperature for 2-3 minutes before serving
Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Cholesterol: 25mg, Sodium: 85mg, Potassium: 310mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 26g, Calcium: 120mg, Iron: 2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT2M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT7M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
