Affogato with Salted Caramel
Indulge in a heavenly Affogato with Salted Caramel that combines rich espresso and creamy vanilla ice cream, drizzled with luscious salted caramel sauce. This delightful Italian dessert offers the perfect balance of hot and cold, sweet and salty, making every bite an exquisite experience. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, this easy-to-make dessert will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 scoops (about 1 cup) high-quality vanilla ice cream
- 1 shot (1 oz) fresh brewed espresso
- 2 tbsp salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Brew a fresh shot of espresso using your preferred method.
- In a serving glass or bowl, add two generous scoops of vanilla ice cream.
- Pour the hot espresso over the ice cream, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the top.
- If desired, garnish with chocolate shavings and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For an enhanced flavor experience, experiment with coffee or hazelnut ice cream instead of vanilla. Add crushed cookies or nuts on top for extra texture and depth. Serve right away for the best combination of melting ice cream and warm espresso.