Hazelnut Heaven Affogato: Coffee Meets Boozy Delight

This recipe elevates the classic affogato with a delightful twist – hazelnut liqueur!  The rich, nutty notes perfectly complement the coffee and create a truly decadent dessert.

Ingredients:

1 scoop high-quality vanilla gelato

1 shot (1 oz) freshly brewed hot espresso 

½ ounce hazelnut liqueur (Frangelico, Disaronno, or similar)

Chopped hazelnuts, for garnish 

(Optional) Whipped cream, for garnish

Instructions:

Place a single scoop of vanilla gelato in a clear dessert glass or bowl.

Using your preferred method, brew a fresh shot of hot espresso.

Pour the ½ ounce of hazelnut liqueur into the hot espresso shot. 

Slowly pour the hot espresso and hazelnut liqueur mixture over the gelato, allowing it to melt slightly around the edges.

Garnish your Hazelnut Heaven Affogato with a sprinkle of chopped hazelnuts. For an extra touch of indulgence, add a dollop of whipped cream.

Enjoy your Hazelnut Heaven Affogato right away! The beauty of this dessert lies in the contrasting temperatures and textures – the hot espresso melting the cool gelato, with the nutty crunch of the hazelnuts. 

Tips:

Use high-quality vanilla gelato for the best flavor.

For a stronger hazelnut flavor, increase the amount of liqueur to ¾ ounce.

If you don't have hazelnut liqueur, you can substitute with amaretto, Kahlúa, or another coffee liqueur.

Pre-chill your dessert glass to prevent the gelato from melting too quickly.

Have all your ingredients prepped before brewing the espresso to ensure it stays hot for pouring.

Enjoy your delicious and decadent Hazelnut Heaven Affogato!