Salted Caramel Affogato
A decadent Italian-inspired dessert combining hot espresso, creamy gelato, and luscious salted caramel.
Welcome to the world of Salted Caramel Affogato, where Italian tradition meets modern indulgence. This luxurious dessert originated in Italy, where 'affogato' means 'drowned' – perfectly describing how the gelato is engulfed by rich espresso.
Our version elevates the classic by introducing a salted caramel twist. We use premium, dark-roasted espresso beans, ground just before brewing to ensure maximum flavor. The gelato is artisanal vanilla, its creamy sweetness beautifully complementing the coffee's bitterness. The crowning glory is our homemade salted caramel sauce, balancing sweet and salty notes for an unforgettable taste experience.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover why our Salted Caramel Affogato will become your new favorite dessert:
- Exquisite flavor contrast: The interplay of hot and cold, bitter and sweet, creates a symphony of flavors.
- Quick and easy: Ready in minutes, it's perfect for impromptu entertaining.
- Customizable: Easily adapt with different gelato flavors or liqueur additions.
- Impressive presentation: A restaurant-quality dessert you can make at home.
- Perfect year-round: Equally satisfying on hot summer days or cold winter nights.
Salted Caramel Affogato
A decadent Italian-inspired dessert combining hot espresso, creamy gelato, and luscious salted caramel.
Equipment
- Espresso machine or moka pot
- Ice cream scoop
- Chilled serving glasses
- Spoons
Ingredients
- 4 scoops (about 200g) high-quality vanilla gelato or ice cream
- 2 shots (60ml) freshly brewed espresso
- 4 tablespoons salted caramel sauce
- 2 tablespoons crushed amaretti cookies (optional)
- Flaky sea salt, for garnish
Instructions
- Chill two serving glasses in the freezer for about 10 minutes.
- Place 2 scoops of vanilla gelato in each chilled glass.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of salted caramel sauce over the gelato in each glass.
- Brew 2 shots of espresso using your preferred method.
- Pour one shot of hot espresso over the gelato in each glass.
- Sprinkle with crushed amaretti cookies if using, and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
- Serve immediately, providing spoons for guests to mix the ingredients as they enjoy.
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