Vanilla Ice Cream “Drowned” in Espresso (Affogato al Caffè)

David Prince
Affogato al Caffè, which is vanilla ice cream "drowned" in espresso, is like a grown-up's milkshake. A cookie or two on the side is nice.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
Put a scoop of vanilla ice cream into each of 8 small bowls and put bowls in freezer for at least 1 hour and up to
Step 2
2
When ready to serve, put each bowl of ice cream on a small dinner plate and set a shot glass next to it. Fill glasses with espresso, dividing evenly, for each guest to pour onto ice cream.
Step 3
3
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.
Ingredients
1/2 gal. vanilla ice cream (enough for 8 scoops)
1 cup strong brewed espresso, at room temperature or hot
Directions
Step 1
1
Put a scoop of vanilla ice cream into each of 8 small bowls and put bowls in freezer for at least 1 hour and up to
Step 2
2
When ready to serve, put each bowl of ice cream on a small dinner plate and set a shot glass next to it. Fill glasses with espresso, dividing evenly, for each guest to pour onto ice cream.
Step 3
3
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.