what is affogato coffee

An affogato is a traditional Italian dessert made by pouring a shot of hot espresso over a scoop of vanilla ice cream or gelato. The word "affogato" translates to "drowned" in Italian, which is fitting as the ice cream is essentially "drowned" in espresso. It is a rich, creamy blend of two very different flavors, and it is considered both a dessert and a beverage, with some debate about its categorization. While it is traditionally made with vanilla gelato, it can also be made with ice cream or flavored ice creams such as chocolate or mint chip. Some variations include adding a shot of liquor, such as Frangelico or amaretto, to enhance the flavor. The contrast of hot, bitter coffee with cold, creamy ice cream makes it a popular and delightful dessert.