Double Affogato

 

Affogato means "drowned" in Italian. It's also the name of a dessert typically found in cafés and restaurants throughout Italy.  An affogato consists of a scoop or two of vanilla ice cream or gelato, with a shot of hot espresso poured over it. The ice cream is "drowned" in the espresso and you end up with a lovely dessert - or food group, depending on your mood.

Now, if you wish to elevate this dessert even further, this recipe would be considered a Double Affogato.  My Belgian friend, Jenny, showed me this variation at our favorite Italian café back in Denmark.  While she's not Italian, she speaks the language fluently and is a true connisseur of the cuisine and wine.  The extra shot might be considered her Flemish stamp on the recipe, and in the spirit of the EU, I am happy to consent.   She called it a Double Affogato, and requested a shot of Galliano liqueur as an accompaniment to the espresso, therefore doubly drowning the dessert/food group, which at this point might also pass for a decadent meal.

Thank you for the inspiration, Jenny, and I haven't forgotten my promise to treat you to a lunch Double Affogato when I visit again this summer.

Double Affogato
Serves 1

2 scoops of high quality vanilla bean ice cream
1 shot of espresso
Splash of liqueur such as Galliano or Frangelica

Optional garnish: a dollop of whipped cream and/or dark chocolate shavings (I prefer to omit the garnish and let the 3 ingredients steal the show.)

To Make:
In a goblet or glass add 2 scoops of ice cream. Pour espresso over. Pour liqueur over.
Top with optional garnishes.  Enjoy!

 

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