Affogato translates to "drowned" in Italian - affogato al cafe, meaning drowned in coffee, is a traditional Italian treat served in cafes consisting of a shot or two of hot espresso poured over vanilla or coffee ice cream. Affogatos can be dressed up in many ways; chocolate shavings, whipped cream or chocolate covered espresso beans. To me, the perfect pairing to an affogato treat would be biscotti, the famous twice baked Italian cookie. What a better way to celebrate the month of coffee than with an affogato and chocolate espresso almond biscotti.
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I believe it's one of the most exquisite vegan desserts I've seen. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU Anya for taking the time to stop by!
DeleteThere's a local shop here called Pitango that I get affogato at sometimes. Sooo good.
ReplyDeleteBiscotti is also on my to bake list for MoFo! I am thinking chocolate almond, but chocolate espresso sounds awful tempting too.
You are so lucky to have so many amazing food stops in your area- I miss DC so much!
DeleteGreat guest post, Heather! I love affogato (though I haven't had it in ages), and biscotti is one of my favorite things to have alongside any coffee. Your recipe looks absolutely perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks Willow! Biscotti, for me is totally the perfect fall cookie :)
DeleteI've always wanted to try affogato, but I don't have an espresso maker myself and I don't see it on menus often...love the idea of pairing it with the coconut coffee ice cream - yum! Not to mention adding that biscotti!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea what I bought was actually an espresso maker! I did a little research and found out after the fact, I just like the color and thought it was adorable, plus it was on sale!
DeleteYou know how to definitely turn simple biscotti into an elaborate dessert :D
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Thanks Uru you are so sweet!
DeleteFabulous! And gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Mimi!
DeleteI have tomake some Biscotti this holiday season. I made some 2 years back and it needed some work. these look perfect and such an awesome dessert.
ReplyDeleteAww thanks Richa,I am sure your biscotti was perfect!
DeleteThese look really good....I can't find the recipe can you please help, thanks.
ReplyDeleteSorry about the missing link! These were really delicious- here's the direct link :) http://sunflowernaturalfoods.typepad.com/my-blog/2013/09/chocolate-espresso-almond-biscotti-affogato.html
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