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Classic Affogato

Classic Affogato
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The following recipe and photography were provided by our partner, Yoko Segawa of Yoko’s Kitchen.

Calling all adult ice cream lovers! This classic affogato has an amazing balance of bitter espresso and sweet vanilla flavors, creating a nostalgic chilly treat with grown-up flare!

This sophisticated ice cream dish is prepared by pouring a shot of espresso over scoops of Tillamook vanilla bean ice cream. It may seem simple, but this elegant pairing is something worth savoring.

For added decadence, grate a Two Brothers dark chocolate espresso bar over top of the ice cream and garnish with Heinen’s chocolate chip cookie crisps. There’s no such thing as too much chocolate, right?

Classic Affagato served in a sundae bowl with a spoon

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • It’s Simple but Sophisticated. This recipe requires just four ingredients and is made in under five minutes, but the balance of bittersweet flavor and creamy texture is oh-so elegant.
  • It’s Made for the Espresso Lover. In addition to the traditional espresso shot that makes the affogato famous, this recipe gets an extra boost of espresso with a few shavings of Two Brothers dark chocolate espresso bar for garnish.
  • It’s Customizable. Feel free to adapt this classic affogato to suit your tastes! If you don’t have an espresso machine, you can use espresso powder or strongly brewed coffee. If you want to make this recipe extra indulgent, top off the affogato with whipped cream or caramel sauce.

Classic Affogato

Classic Affogato

Ingredients

  • 2 scoops Tillamook vanilla bean ice cream
  • 1 shot of espresso
  • Two Brothers dark chocolate espresso bar, for garnish
  • Heinen's chocolate chip cookie crisps, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add the ice cream to a bowl or dessert glass.
  2. Pour the espresso over the ice cream.
  3. Shave the chocolate bar over the affogato and add a cookie to serve.

Espresso being poured over scoops of Tillamook ice cream

Yoko Segawa

By Yoko Segawa

Yoko Segawa is a published cookbook author, recipe developer, and food photographer who is passionate about plant-based cooking that everyone can enjoy. She shares tips for healthy cooking and beautifully styled, vibrant recipes on her Instagram page and YouTube channel: Yoko’s Kitchen.

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