Common · Sweet

Affogato

Espresso poured over vanilla ice cream. Between dessert and coffee.

Who might like it? people who want a dessert-like coffee experience

Flavor profilesoft, low-acid, sweet, milky, refreshing
CaffeineMedium
Serving180-300 ml
EquipmentEspresso machine or moka pot; steam wand/frother for milk drinks

Approximate ingredient balance

Approximate ml breakdown: Espresso ~84 ml · Ice cream ~156 ml. Varies by ice amount.

Common: Based on practical ratios often seen in cafes.

How to make it at home

  1. Prepare the Espresso base; ratios are approximate on this card.
  2. Prepare the glass with ice or cold service.
  3. Add milk according to the hot or cold recipe; froth separately if foam is needed.
  4. Add the sweet component with control; sugar/chocolate/condensed milk ratio can vary by recipe.
  5. Balance water, milk or ice according to serving size.

FAQ

What is Affogato?

Espresso poured over vanilla ice cream. Between dessert and coffee. — people who want a dessert-like coffee experience.

How much caffeine is in Affogato?

Caffeine: Medium. 180-300 ml. Varies by ice amount.

How do you make Affogato at home?

Prepare the Espresso base; ratios are approximate on this card. Prepare the glass with ice or cold service. Add milk according to the hot or cold recipe; froth separately if foam is needed. Add the sweet component with control; sugar/chocolate/condensed milk ratio can vary by recipe. Balance water, milk or ice according to serving size. (Espresso machine or moka pot; steam wand/frother for milk drinks)

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