Maple Affogato
This maple affogato is one of the simplest desserts you’ll ever make, but it offers a wonderful contrast of hot coffee and cold ice cream, delicate vanilla and rich coffee flavor.
Maple Affogato
Photo Credit : Corey HendricksonTraditionally made with espresso, this maple-infused version of a popular Italian dessert works just as well with dark-roasted coffee. It’s one of the simplest desserts you’ll ever make, but it offers a wonderful contrast of hot coffee and cold ice cream, delicate vanilla and rich coffee flavor.
Yield:
4 servingsIngredients
4 large scoops vanilla gelato or vanilla ice cream
1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup, warmed in microwave
1/2 cup hot freshly brewed dark-roast coffee or espresso
Garnish: 1/2 teaspoon Tonewood maple flakes (optional)
Instructions
Chill four small glasses or bowls in the freezer at least 15 minutes. Put 1 scoop of ice cream in each bowl. Stir the warmed maple syrup into the coffee and pour over the ice cream. Top with maple flakes if desired.
