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Vanilla Affogato Cupcake
A dessert-inspired coffee that combines rich espresso with vanilla ice cream and cupcake flavors. This indulgent treat features a double shot of espresso poured over vanilla ice cream, topped with crumbled vanilla cupcake and a drizzle of caramel. Perfect for when you want coffee and dessert in one delightful cup.
8 min
1 serving
Espresso
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: Place 2 generous scoops of vanilla ice cream in a clear glass or bowl
- Grind and dose: Grind 18g of coffee beans to a fine consistency
- Pull the shot: Extract a double shot of espresso (36ml) in 25-30 seconds
- Add vanilla: Stir 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract into the hot espresso
- Pour over ice cream: Immediately pour the hot vanilla espresso over the ice cream
- Add toppings: Crumble the vanilla cupcake over the top and drizzle with caramel sauce
- Serve immediately: Enjoy with a spoon while the ice cream is still cold and the espresso is hot
Pro Tips
- Use high-quality vanilla ice cream for the best flavor contrast
- The temperature difference between hot espresso and cold ice cream is key to the affogato experience
- Try using a flavored cupcake like funfetti for variation
- Serve in a clear glass to showcase the beautiful layers
- Have your spoon ready - this melts quickly!
Recipe Details
Coffee Amount:18g
Water Amount:36ml
Grind Size:Fine
Water Temp:200°F
Prep Time:5 min
Ingredients
- coffee beans (medium-dark roast) - 18g
- vanilla ice cream - 2 scoops
- vanilla cupcake - 1 small cupcake