Affogato is a magical combination of strong coffee (espresso) and vanilla ice cream! This vegan version of Affogato is very easy to make and just as delicious as the popular Italian drink. You're going to love it!
What is Affogato?
Affogato in English means to drown. In this drink, vanilla ice cream is being drowned by a shot of rich espresso coffee. It's an incredibly heavenly and delicious coffee, dessert or after lunch or dinner drink, all rolled into one!
Ingredients in Vegan Affogato
I took some liberties with my affogato coffee! In this elevated, vegan version, I made luscious salted caramel sauce to dollop and drizzle over the coffee and ice cream dessert. The combination of strong, hot, bitter coffee, dairy-free vanilla ice cream, and salted caramel is seriously spectacular. Italians own the key to my heart!
Here's what you'll need:
- Vegan Ice Cream: There are so many dairy-free ice cream choices these days from homemade 'nice cream', coconut and chickpea based ice cream, and my favorite - cashew based ice cream! (I love So Delicious) Vanilla is the traditional choice for ice cream in Affogato, but I like So Delicious Salted Caramel ice cream as well.
- Espresso Coffee: Strong coffee is traditional. I have a Nespresso machine and my favorite pod for Affogato is the purple one called Arpeggio which is and intense shot with both fruity and cocoa notes. There's a decaffeinated version too for enjoying later in the day! By all means, use your favorite espresso coffee.
One shot + one large (or two small) scoop = one serving.
Optional Add Ins
Keep it traditional or customize your Affogato with ALL the extras:
- Caramel: Ridiculously easy and fast to make, this vegan caramel sauce is for those days you are feeling extra indulgent. You can buy a container of vegan caramel sauce at the store, but I used Yumsome's condensed milk recipe which is super easy (recipe below).
- Alcohol: Some people add a half shot of Amaretto (almond) or Frangelico (hazelnut) liqueur to their evening Affogato. Your choice!
- Optional Garnish: Grate or curl some dairy-free chocolate to sprinkle over the special Italian dessert right before serving. OR melt a few chunks of chocolate to drizzle over top.
How To Make Affogato (vegan version)
Okay, this is an EASY but decadent Italian coffee and ice cream dessert or drink! Here's how to make Affogato at home anytime you're craving one:
- Make the coffee: For each serving make 1 shot of espresso.
- Scoop the ice cream: Add one scoop (or two smaller scoops) of vanilla ice cream or Italian gelato to a mug/cup/glass. Pour the espresso coffee over the ice cream and enjoy the melty, creamy swirls!
- Add extras and garnishes: Add in any optional ingredients and toppings.
Pro Tip: Slightly warm a chunk of vegan chocolate in the microwave and then grate it on a box grater. For chocolate curls, slightly warm the chocolate so it's pliable. Using a vegetable peeler, scrape across the chocolate to create beautiful chocolate curls.
FUN Interactive Service: Serve your affogato to dinner guests like they do in Italian restaurants with just the vanilla ice cream in the cup and the coffee and toppings on the side. Let everyone make their own! No matter how you serve it, this decadent affogato dessert is memorable; and everyone will be dreaming about after the first spoonful!
What to Serve with Affogato
Affogato and Biscotti are an Italian super couple! This vegan biscotti recipe is the best there is. Toasted walnuts in pools of melted caramel in a crunchy biscotti biscuit.
Caramel coffee affogato is the perfect fancy dessert for a romantic dinner, a Sunday family feast or just any day you want something sweet and a little caffeine buzz!
More Vegan Dessert Recipes
If you have a sweet tooth, here's a few more easy vegan dessert recipes for when the cravings hit!:
- Homemade Vegan Nutella
- Epic Vegan Chocolate Chip Marshmallow Cookies
- Really Good Vegan Banana Bread
- One-Bite Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
- Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
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Affogato Dessert Recipe (vegan)
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INGREDIENTS
- 2 scoops dairy-free vanilla ice cream or gelato
- 2 shots hot espresso coffee
Optional Add Ins
- 1 vegan caramel sauce recipe below
- 2 oz vegan chocolate, melted for drizzling
- vegan chocolate, grated or chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
- Make 1 shot of espresso per serving.
- Add 1 scoop of ice cream to a glass/cup for each serving. Pour the espresso shot over the ice cream.
- Add any toppings like caramel sauce, liqueur, chocolate curls or melted chocolate. Dig in and enjoy!
Optional Vegan Caramel Sauce Recipe Below
NOTES
- 150 grams coconut cream powder (~⅔ cup)
- 150 grams coconut palm sugar (~⅔ cup)
- 120 ml warm water (~½ cup)
- 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil (melted)
- pinch of sea salt (optional)
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