Moka Pot Affogato with Tahini Caramel Drizzle
A warm-meets-cold coffee dessert with rich tahini caramel and creamy vanilla ice cream
February 1, 2025
Love affogato? This creative twist pairs rich Moka pot coffee with smooth vanilla ice cream and a nutty tahini caramel drizzle that'll make your taste buds dance. It's where warm meets cold in the most delicious way!
This fancy-looking dessert is actually super simple to make. Just brew strong coffee in your Moka pot, add a scoop of quality vanilla ice cream, and finish with our easy homemade tahini caramel sauce. Perfect for after dinner or as a weekend 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 impressive: Ready in just 15 minutes
- Perfect contrast: Hot coffee meets cold ice cream
- Unique flavor: Tahini adds a nutty twist to classic caramel
- Customizable: Works with different ice cream flavors
Moka Pot Affogato with Tahini Caramel Drizzle
A warm-meets-cold coffee dessert with rich tahini caramel and creamy vanilla ice cream
Affogato, Moka Pot Coffee, Tahini Caramel, Coffee Dessert, Italian Dessert, Ice Cream Coffee
Equipment
- Moka pot
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Ice cream scoop
- Serving glasses
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee, finely ground
- 1 cup water for Moka pot
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- **For the tahini caramel:**
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- **Prepare the tahini caramel:** 1. Heat sugar and water in a small saucepan until amber colored 2. Remove from heat, carefully stir in tahini, cream, and salt 3. Let cool slightly
- **Brew the coffee:** 1. Fill Moka pot base with hot water 2. Add ground coffee to filter basket 3. Brew according to pot instructions
- **Assemble the dessert:** 1. Place 2 scoops of ice cream in each serving glass 2. Pour hot coffee over ice cream 3. Drizzle with warm tahini caramel 4. Serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Use a medium-dark roast coffee for the best flavor balance
- Warm your serving glasses to keep the coffee hot longer
- Make the tahini caramel ahead and reheat gently before serving
- Serve immediately while the temperature contrast is perfect
Calories: 320kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 45mg, Sodium: 200mg, Potassium: 185mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 38g, Calcium: 120mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
