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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nAffogato Ingredients:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Vanilla ice cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- One shot espresso – or two if you want it stronger in flavor and caffeine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nDirections:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBrew the espresso. Depending on your espresso machine<\/a> or method, you can use one to two shots or the equivalent amount for a single serving. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIn a cup or small bowl, add a scoop or two of ice cream. To me this is a good ratio for one shot of espresso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pour the hot espresso over the ice cream and serve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/abeautifulmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/best-affogato-method.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nTips & Substitutions:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- I like to freeze ice cream in these small milk glasses I thrifted. I have a set of four and I will freeze the ice cream so it goes up the sides of the glass and leaves a hole in the center for the espresso shot to be added. I keep these in my freezer so I can make an affogato anytime I want. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You could also make these cups ahead for a dinner party and then all you need to do is add the espresso shots, and I make them to serve. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- While traditional affogato uses vanilla ice cream you could change it up!\u00a0 I like mint chocolate chip<\/a>, but cookie dough<\/a> sounds pretty good, too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Instead of ice cream you could use gelato, sorbet, or frozen custard. Anything that pairs well with espresso (or dark chocolate) will be delicious. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Add toppings like you could a sundae for a nontraditional twist: sprinkles, caramel syrup, sea salt, crushed Oreo cookies, etc. Or serve along side biscotti, shortbread or other cookies you love.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- To make a lightly alcoholic adffogato add an liqueur like Kahlua, Amaretto, Frangelico(which taste like hazelnuts) or Bailey’s Irish cream. Or for something stronger add liquor like rum, brandy or whiskey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nHome Espresso Makers:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWe’ve tried many espresso makers over the years, and here are our favorites at different price points and skill levels:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Cafe Automatic Espresso Machine<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 My current machine. It uses any whole beans, so if you use high quality beans you\u2019ll get high quality espresso. It makes espresso shots automatically (no barista skills required) and includes a milk frothing wand to heat and froth milk. We\u2019ve used this machine almost every day since we got it two years ago and we love it!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Stovetop Espresso<\/a> Maker\u00a0\u2013 This is the cheapest way to make espresso at home. It\u2019s more labor intensive and you will also need a way to grind your beans for best results. But, this is a classic method that works great when done well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Breville Barista Touch <\/a>\u2013 We bought this for a good friend as a wedding gift once and they said they love it. It\u2019s a higher end machine that you will need some barista skills to operate, but it\u2019s an excellent home espresso maker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Nespresso Vertuo<\/a> \u2013 For those who want an espresso maker that uses pods, this is my favorite. Depending what pod you use, it can make espresso or coffee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nDirections:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBrew the espresso. Depending on your espresso machine<\/a> or method, you can use one to two shots or the equivalent amount for a single serving. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIn a cup or small bowl, add a scoop or two of ice cream. To me this is a good ratio for one shot of espresso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pour the hot espresso over the ice cream and serve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nTips & Substitutions:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- I like to freeze ice cream in these small milk glasses I thrifted. I have a set of four and I will freeze the ice cream so it goes up the sides of the glass and leaves a hole in the center for the espresso shot to be added. I keep these in my freezer so I can make an affogato anytime I want. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You could also make these cups ahead for a dinner party and then all you need to do is add the espresso shots, and I make them to serve. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- While traditional affogato uses vanilla ice cream you could change it up!\u00a0 I like mint chocolate chip<\/a>, but cookie dough<\/a> sounds pretty good, too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Instead of ice cream you could use gelato, sorbet, or frozen custard. Anything that pairs well with espresso (or dark chocolate) will be delicious. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Add toppings like you could a sundae for a nontraditional twist: sprinkles, caramel syrup, sea salt, crushed Oreo cookies, etc. Or serve along side biscotti, shortbread or other cookies you love.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- To make a lightly alcoholic adffogato add an liqueur like Kahlua, Amaretto, Frangelico(which taste like hazelnuts) or Bailey’s Irish cream. Or for something stronger add liquor like rum, brandy or whiskey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nHome Espresso Makers:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWe’ve tried many espresso makers over the years, and here are our favorites at different price points and skill levels:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Cafe Automatic Espresso Machine<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 My current machine. It uses any whole beans, so if you use high quality beans you\u2019ll get high quality espresso. It makes espresso shots automatically (no barista skills required) and includes a milk frothing wand to heat and froth milk. We\u2019ve used this machine almost every day since we got it two years ago and we love it!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Stovetop Espresso<\/a> Maker\u00a0\u2013 This is the cheapest way to make espresso at home. It\u2019s more labor intensive and you will also need a way to grind your beans for best results. But, this is a classic method that works great when done well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Breville Barista Touch <\/a>\u2013 We bought this for a good friend as a wedding gift once and they said they love it. It\u2019s a higher end machine that you will need some barista skills to operate, but it\u2019s an excellent home espresso maker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Nespresso Vertuo<\/a> \u2013 For those who want an espresso maker that uses pods, this is my favorite. Depending what pod you use, it can make espresso or coffee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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In a cup or small bowl, add a scoop or two of ice cream. To me this is a good ratio for one shot of espresso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pour the hot espresso over the ice cream and serve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We’ve tried many espresso makers over the years, and here are our favorites at different price points and skill levels:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nTips & Substitutions:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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