Affogato

Jun 16, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

Affogato in a glass on an oak serving board

A classic Italian dessert drink featuring hot espresso poured over vanilla ice cream, combining rich coffee flavor with creamy sweetness.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 scoopsvanilla ice cream
18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso coffee
36.0 g (36.0 g)espresso yield

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Instructions

Place vanilla ice cream in a chilled serving glass.
Brew a shot of hot espresso using 18 g of finely ground espresso coffee to yield approximately 36 g of espresso.
Pour the hot espresso immediately over the ice cream.
Serve right away to enjoy the melting contrast of hot coffee and cold ice cream.

Tips

Use freshly ground espresso beans and serve in a pre-chilled glass to keep the ice cream from melting too quickly.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make affogato?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make affogato ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.

How do I make affogato dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A classic Italian dessert drink featuring hot espresso poured over vanilla ice cream, combining rich coffee flavor with creamy sweetness.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

291 Calories / serving

15.4g Fat

33.7g Carbs

4.9g Protein

29.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~291 cal · 15g fat · 34g carbs · 5g protein · 29g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 291 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 55 min·3.2 mi·~6450 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 39 min·2.0 mi·~3900 steps
Moderate cycling 30 min·6.0 mi
Swimming laps 41 min
Jogging 28 min·2.3 mi·~4500 steps
Stair climbing 27 min·~2450 steps
Dancing 47 min
Bodyweight circuit training 30 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 68 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.