Double Affogato

Affogato means drowned in Italian and is the name given to a dessert that consists of vanilla ice cream and a shot of espresso. The ice cream is "drowned" in 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. In addition to the espresso, a shot of alcohol is poured over the ice cream, therefore doubly drowning the dessert. Under certain circumstances this could be considered a meal in itself.

Double Affogato
Serves 1

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

Optional garnish: a dollop of whipped cream and/or dark chocolate shavings

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