Cold Brew Affogato for #SundaySupper

Coffee and I have a complicated relationship. For most people, it seems like coffee is a daily ritual. Mornings begin with coffee – it fuels the rest of the day. It makes you happy. It keeps you energized. Me…well…I don’t really drink coffee on a regular basis. I don’t know if I just never got around to getting addicted to it when I was younger, or if I just never had a great cup of coffee that started the loving relationship…but I just never craved it in the morning. I think it mostly stemmed from the fact that I really don’t enjoy hot beverages (I don’t drink tea either…not even much of a fan of hot chocolate…I know – I’m an odd duck). But here’s where things get complicated. I LOVE the smell of coffee. I love blended coffee drinks. I love coffee ice cream. Do you see where I’m going here? For me, coffee is more of a dessert item, and I’m totally ok with that. It is a bit of a treat for me, so to say. And today’s recipe is just that: a delicious coffee treat of frozen goodness in the form of a cold brew affogato.

Have you ever experienced an affogato? Traditionally, an affogato is made with vanilla gelato and a shot of hot espresso. I remember the first time I was presented with one. I think I went to coffee dessert heaven. Now, whenever I see an affogato listed on a menu, you KNOW I’m going to order it.

Ok – so here’s the conundrum when it comes to making one of them at home. I don’t have any form of coffee maker. Nope. No espresso machine, no coffee maker, not even a French press. Nothing. I know – I’m probably the one person in the world who doesn’t have a coffee-related machine in her house. But wait! Cold brew is the answer!!!!

It seems like all of a sudden cold brew has been exploding on the scene. Every coffee place I see offers it now. You can even buy it at the grocery store. This is great for me, because I can purchase a small bottle and keep it on hand in my fridge for those days when I want a little shot of coffee goodness. For someone who doesn’t drink coffee on a regular basis, cold brew has been a big friend to me: the fact that it is not brewed with heat makes it less acidic, and I tend to enjoy the flavors a bit more! AND the fact that cold brew is just that…cold…it is a great addition for an affogato.

The process of making a cold brew affogato is so simple, it almost isn’t a recipe…but let me tell you, folks…if you haven’t had one yet, you will adore this tasty delight. It’s an afternoon sweet treat or a great dessert option after dinner. You can get creative and find flavor combinations you enjoy – you can go with a classic vanilla gelato or ice cream, or get a little crazy like I did and pick out a vanilla and salted caramel swirl gelato to mix in. So, get on it – make a cold brew affogato as soon as humanly possible! And thank me later.

Cold Brew Affogato

 

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Author: Katie Compton

Ingredients

• 1 scoop gelato (I used vanilla caramel swirl)
• 1 ounce cold brew coffee

Instructions

1. Scoop desired amount of gelato into a glass (I suggest one scoop slightly larger than a golf ball).
2. Pour the cold brew coffee over the top.
3. Sip, stir, and enjoy!

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Don’t miss out on alllllll the amazing coffee recipes being shared today for Sunday Supper!

Beverages

• Bulletproof Coffee My Way by Monica’s Table
• Caramel Turtle Mocha Frappe by The Weekend Gourmet
• Chocolate Chip Mocha Smoothie by Sew You Think You Can Cook
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Latte by Meal Planning Magic

Breakfast

• Apple Crumb Coffee Cake by Dessert Geek
• Banana Blueberry Streusel Coffee Cake by The Freshman Cook
• Cappuccino Overnight Oats by Pies and Plots
• Cardamom-Crumb Coffee Cake by Wholistic Woman
• Cinnamon Coffee Cake (Kaffee Kuchen) by Palatable Pastime
• Coconut & Coffee Gluten Free Scones by Caroline’s Cooking
• Coffee and Cream Cinnamon Buns by Cooking With Carlee
• Espresso-Glazed Coffee Cake by Tramplingrose
• Maple-Coffee Breakfast Sausage by Cricket’s Confections
• Pumpkin Coffee Cake by The Bitter Side of Sweet
• Pumpkin Spice Latte Breakfast Bites by Beauty and the Beets
• Whole Wheat Pecan Crumb Cake by Family Around The Table

Dessert

• Best Coffee Frosting by My World Simplified
• Best Tiramisu Ever by Positively Stacey
• Bittersweet Cremeux with Coffee Caramel and Bourbon Cream by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
• Chocolate Chip Mocha Brownies by Crazed Mom
• Chocolate Coffee Nut Bark by My Imperfect Kitchen
• Coffee Vanilla Ice Cream Pie by Moore or Less Cooking
• Cold Brew Affogato by Helpful Homemade
• Dark Chocolate Espresso Torte with Strawberry Coulis by Gourmet Everyday
• Eiskaffee (German Coffee with Ice Cream) by Tara’s Multicultural Table
• Espresso Brownie Cupcake Sundaes by A Mind Full Mom
• Espresso Cheesecake by The Chef Next Door
• Mocha Cake with Mocha Rum Icing by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
• Mocha Layer Cake by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Mocha Panna Cotta with Mascarpone Cream by The Crumby Cupcake
• NCR Cookies by Girl Abroad
• No Bake Mocha Cheesecake by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
• Polish Black Cake with Whipped Mocha frosting by Hardly A Goddess
• Sweet Cream Affogato by The Redhead Baker

Main

• Coffee and Garlic Rubbed Pork Chops by Casa de Crews
• Java Spice Rub Chops by Sunday Supper Movement
• Perk Me Up Chili by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
• Salmon-Mandarin Salad with Asian Vinaigrette & Coffee Dressing by Asian In America
• Sticky Coffee Chicken by Food Lust People Love
• Ultimate Coffee Rubbed Burger by Foodtastic Mom

Sides

• Dark Molasses Bread by What Smells So Good?
• Homemade Coffee Baked Beans by Grumpy’s Honeybunch

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