Irresistible Pumpkin Spice Affogato Recipe You Must Try
A quick and elegant fall dessert that combines creamy vanilla gelato, warm pumpkin spice, and rich espresso for a cozy treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Vanilla gelato
- Freshly brewed espresso (2 shots, about 60 ml)
- Pumpkin spice (about 1/8 teaspoon)
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, caramel sauce, crushed nuts, extra pumpkin spice
Instructions
- Brew the espresso: Prepare 2 shots (about 60 ml) of fresh espresso using your espresso machine, stovetop maker, or French press.
- Scoop the gelato: Place one generous scoop of vanilla gelato into the bottom of your glass or bowl. Add two scoops for a bigger serving if desired.
- Sprinkle pumpkin spice: Sprinkle about 1/8 teaspoon of pumpkin spice directly over the gelato.
- Pour espresso: Slowly pour the hot espresso over the gelato, allowing it to melt slightly and blend beautifully.
- Add toppings: Finish with whipped cream, caramel sauce, crushed nuts, or another pinch of pumpkin spice, if desired.
- Serve immediately: Affogato is best enjoyed fresh and slightly melty.
Notes
[‘Chill your serving glasses to keep the gelato from melting too fast.’, ‘Use high-quality espresso for the best flavor.’, ‘Make your own pumpkin spice blend for a fresher taste.’, ‘Experiment with gelato flavors like caramel, butter pecan, or chai.’, ‘Avoid over-pouring espresso to maintain the balance of flavors.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass or bowl
- Calories: 200250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Pumpkin spice, Affogato, Fall dessert, Quick dessert, Coffee dessert