Affogato: The Classic Italian Recipe for Gelato Drowned in Espresso

Ready for the world's simplest, most delicious pick-me-up? Enter the affogato, gelato "drowned" in espresso. The next time you hit a midday lull or need a last-minute dessert, turn to this Italian classic, which takes both your coffee and dessert breaks to another level.

Ingredients for 1 person

• 1 scoop vanilla or hazelnut gelato
• ¼ cup hot espresso
• ¼ cup hazelnut liqueur, optional (not recommended for workday pick-me-ups)

How to make Affogato

1. Scoop the gelato into a serving bowl, glass or coffee cup.
2. Stir the hot espresso and the hazelnut liqueur (if using) together, then pour the mixture over the gelato.
3. Serve immediately.

Tips

Make it for a crowd

This recipe can be doubled, tripled or quadrupled as needed to please a crowd, or just your own needs.

Skip the liqueur at work

The hazelnut liqueur is optional and not recommended for workday pick-me-ups.