Moka Pot Affogato with Tahini Gelato
A creamy coffee dessert with rich tahini gelato and bold Moka pot espresso
January 26, 2025
Love the bold taste of Italian espresso and the nutty richness of Middle Eastern tahini? This Moka Pot Affogato combines these two amazing flavors into one incredible dessert drink that'll make your taste buds dance!
It's super simple to whip up at home. Just brew some strong coffee in your Moka pot, scoop some homemade tahini gelato, and create magic when the hot meets cold. We use a dark roast coffee to stand up to the creamy gelato, making it perfect for after dinner or as a fancy afternoon treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary affogato! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
- Perfect blend of Italian and Middle Eastern flavors
- Easy to make with just a Moka pot and homemade gelato
- Impressive dessert that looks fancy but takes minutes to prepare
- Customizable sweetness levels to suit your taste
Moka Pot Affogato with Tahini Gelato
A creamy coffee dessert with rich tahini gelato and bold Moka pot espresso
Affogato, Moka Pot Coffee, Tahini Gelato, Italian Dessert, Middle Eastern Dessert, Coffee Dessert
Equipment
- Moka pot
- Coffee grinder
- Ice cream scoop
- Serving glasses
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 scoops tahini gelato
- 4 tablespoons dark roast coffee beans
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Water for Moka pot
Instructions
- Grind coffee beans to a fine consistency
- Fill Moka pot base with hot water up to the valve
- Add ground coffee to the filter basket, don't tamp
- Assemble Moka pot and place on medium heat
- While coffee brews, scoop 2 scoops of tahini gelato into each chilled glass
- Once coffee is ready, immediately pour over gelato
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds
- Serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Use freshly ground dark roast coffee for the best flavor
- Freeze serving glasses for 10 minutes before assembling
- Let the gelato soften slightly at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving
- Pour the hot coffee slowly over the gelato for the perfect melting effect
Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 45mg, Sodium: 85mg, Potassium: 245mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 22g, Calcium: 150mg, Iron: 2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT25M
Prep. Time:
PT20M
