Espresso gelato

Espresso Gelato with Dark Chocolate Chunks * I made this gelato and tried some before bed... it is delicious... but it did keep me awake! 2 cups whole m...

For an extra jolt, add some dark chocolate-covered espresso beans toward the end of freezing.

For an extra jolt, add some dark chocolate covered espresso beans toward the end of freezing.

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If you are looking for a beautiful and effortless Italian dessert, Affogato al caffè is your go-to solution.

I would equate this over-the-top delicious Kahlúa Espresso Gelato, to the tastiest, most rich and creamy latte you've ever had -- with a splash of Kahlúa and a touch of chocolate.*Makes 1 quart

Coffee gelato (Gelato al caffè) is one of the most popular and classic timeless flavors of Italian gelato. Espresso has a deeply rooted tradition in Italian culture. Drinking an espresso after a meal is almost a ritual for many Italians.There are also many traditional Italian desserts made with coffee. For example, the famous Tiramisu, Italian Coffee Cream (Crema al caffè) and the simple but delicious Affogato, just to name a few.

Very slightly adapted from a recipe by Adriano di Petrillo, this light and flavourful espresso gelato is destined to be well received by all lovers of coffee. It stores well in the freezer but has a tendency to melt rather rapidly - serve and remember to put the rest back into the freezer. You can always go back for seconds.

I would equate this over-the-top delicious Kahlúa Espresso Gelato, to the tastiest, most rich and creamy latte you've ever had -- with a splash of Kahlúa and a touch of chocolate.*Makes 1 quart

Affogato, a dessert of ice cream or gelato drowned in espresso, is one of Italy’s most delectable desserts. The magic of affogato is that the you get two pleasures in one: sweet ice cream paired with bitter coffee. A match made in dessert heaven.