Roasted Hazelnut Affogato with Fig Swirl
A warm, creamy coffee dessert with toasted hazelnuts and sweet fig swirls
February 27, 2025
Love classic Italian desserts? This Roasted Hazelnut Affogato takes the traditional coffee-and-ice-cream treat to new heights with warm, toasted hazelnuts and a homemade fig swirl that adds just the right touch of sweetness.
This impressive dessert comes together in minutes using quality vanilla gelato, freshly brewed espresso, and our simple fig sauce. We recommend using a dark roast espresso blend to stand up to the creamy gelato and complement the nutty flavors. Perfect for dinner parties or whenever you want to turn your coffee break into something special!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This elegant Italian dessert is easier than you think! Here's why you'll love it:
- Ready in just 15 minutes
- Only 5 main ingredients
- Perfect balance of warm and cold
- Can be prepped ahead for parties
Roasted Hazelnut Affogato with Fig Swirl
A warm, creamy coffee dessert with toasted hazelnuts and sweet fig swirls
Affogato, Italian Dessert, Coffee Dessert, Hazelnut, Fig, Gelato, Espresso
Equipment
- Espresso machine
- Blender
- Serving glasses
- Skillet for toasting nuts
- Ice cream scoop
Ingredients
- 8 scoops premium vanilla gelato
- 4 double shots espresso, freshly brewed
- 1 cup hazelnuts, roasted and roughly chopped
- 4 fresh figs
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon water
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- For the fig swirl, blend fresh figs with honey, water, and salt until smooth
- Toast hazelnuts in a dry pan until fragrant, then roughly chop
- Chill serving glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes
- Place 2 scoops of gelato in each chilled glass
- Drizzle with fig swirl
- Sprinkle with toasted hazelnuts
- Pour hot espresso over just before serving
Pro Tips
- Toast hazelnuts until golden brown and fragrant for the best flavor
- Use freshly pulled espresso shots for the perfect temperature contrast
- Chill serving glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before assembling
- Make the fig swirl ahead and store in the fridge for up to a week
Calories: 320kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 25mg, Sodium: 95mg, Potassium: 320mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 35g, Calcium: 150mg, Iron: 2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
4 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
