Cardamom Affogato Cake

Cardamom Espresso

1. Mix ground cardamom with coffee beans before grinding
2. Grind coffee and cardamom together to fine consistency
3. Brew double shot espresso (18g coffee to 36ml water)
4. Let espresso rest for 1 minute to develop cardamom flavors

Cake Preparation

1. Cut pound cake into small 1/2-inch cubes
2. Lightly toast cake cubes in dry pan for 1-2 minutes until golden
3. Set aside to cool slightly

Assembly

1. Place vanilla ice cream scoops in chilled dessert bowl
2. Arrange toasted cake cubes around ice cream
3. Drizzle honey over ice cream and cake
4. Pour hot cardamom espresso directly over ice cream
5. Add dollop of heavy cream
6. Garnish with chopped pistachios
7. Top with edible flower petals
8. Serve immediately with dessert spoon

Elegant Presentation Tips:

• Chill your serving bowl for 10 minutes beforehand
• Use high-quality vanilla bean ice cream for best flavor
• Toast cake cubes lightly to prevent them from getting soggy
• Freshly ground cardamom has much better flavor than pre-ground
• Pour espresso slowly to create beautiful melting effect
• Substitute pistachios with almonds or hazelnuts if preferred