Description
A delicious dessert combining gelato and espresso.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 scoops high-quality vanilla gelato (or ice cream)
- 1 shot freshly brewed espresso (or 2 tablespoons hot coffee or instant espresso)
- Optional: crushed amaretti, biscotti, or a splash of liqueur
Instructions
- Take the gelato out of the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes to soften enough so you can scoop it.
- Scoop the gelato into a short glass or bowl.
- Brew your espresso (or strong coffee) into a demitasse or cup.
- Pour the hot espresso directly over the gelato. (You can brew the espresso right over the gelato if your glass or bowl allows.)
- Serve immediately, topped with crushed amaretti or biscotti or a splash of liqueur, if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality gelato and espresso.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding liqueur or toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg