Hazelnut Affogato is a quick and easy-to-make take on the delicious and creamy Italian dessert Affogato, made by pouring hot espresso over creamy vanilla ice cream. In this version, I have added a delicious twist with Nutella and roasted hazelnuts for extra richness and crunch.
Each spoonful of this dessert drink has a delicious contrast of hot and cold. It is creamy, bold, and melts like ice.
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This Nutella affogato is perfect when you are craving something sweet, nutty, and satisfying with minimal or almost no effort.
Are you craving something quick, luxurious, and indulgent? This Hazelnut Affogato is the perfect choice for you. It is a vegetarian and gluten-free dessert that can also be made vegan with a little adjustment.
About the Recipe
Hazelnut affogato recipe is a modern take on the classic Italian affogato dessert. Traditionally made with vanilla ice cream or gelato and a shot of hot espresso, this hazelnut version has a layer of Nutella and a sprinkle of roasted hazelnuts for extra texture and nutty flavor.
Coffee, ice cream, and Nutella; it has all things nice and indulging. This hot and cold Italian dessert treat is the perfect hot espresso dessert to serve after dinner or as a quick pick-me-up.
Here, hot espresso is poured into a cup layered with Nutella, roasted hazelnuts, and filled with vanilla ice cream. Then, a hollow is made in the center, and hot espresso is poured directly into it to create a pool of creamy coffee ice cream.
Making this dessert is so simple — no fancy device, just scoop, pour, and serve something nice. This is gonna be a treat so good, you will want it twice.
This hazelnut affogato dessert is the ultimate treat when you want something fast, fancy, and incredibly satisfying. Whether you are serving it after dinner or treating yourself on a cozy evening, this hot espresso dessert with Nutella and roasted hazelnuts never disappoints.
Why You’ll Love the Recipe
This Hazelnut Affogato:
✔ is quick and easy
✔ needs just a few ingredients
✔ gets done in 10 minutes
✔ is nutty & chocolatey
✔ has a creamy & rich taste
✔ is a fancy-looking dessert
✔ great for parties or get-togethers
✔ perfect for coffee lovers
Ingredients
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Vanilla ice cream: It is needed for a creamy and cold base that melts beautifully under espresso. You can use both homemade and store-bought vanilla ice cream for making this affogato recipe.
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Nutella: To make a layer of chocolate, I used Nutella. You can use any chocolate hazelnut spread for this. This not only adds chocolatey richness but also adds a deep nutty flavor.
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Hot espresso: A shot of hot espresso is used for classic and aromatic affogato taste and flavor.
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Roasted hazelnuts: Crushed and roasted hazelnuts are added for a nutty crunch in this affogato, to make a layer over Nutella and also used for garnish.
How to Make Hazelnut Affogato
Making affogato at home is super simple. Just prepare the cup by spreading Nutella around the base and sides of your serving cup or glass. Then sprinkle some crushed roasted hazelnuts on top of the spread.
Add the scoops of vanilla ice cream into the cup and smoothen the top using the back of a spoon. Sprinkle a little more of the crushed hazelnuts over the ice cream for added crunch. Then freeze the assembled cup for 10 minutes to let everything set.
Just before serving, use a spoon or apple corer to gently scoop out a small hollow in the center of the ice cream to make a well.
Then carefully pour hot espresso into the center. Watch it melt into the ice cream, and enjoy this creamy, nutty, hot and cold hazelnut affogato!
Variations
Chocolate Affogato
Instead of Nutella, simply spread melted dark or milk chocolate around the cup and top the ice cream with chocolate shavings for more chocolatey taste and garnish.
Hazelnut Liqueur Affogato
For an adult version of this affogato, add a splash of Amaretto or Frangelico.
Mocha Affogato
For mocha flavor, use coffee chocolate ice cream or Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream instead of vanilla ice cream and drizzle with chocolate syrup for a deeper chocolate flavor.
Vegan Affogato
To make this affogato vegan, make sure to use dairy-free ice cream and espresso, and also make sure your hazelnut spread has vegan-friendly ingredients.
Serving Suggestions
Just like any other affogato, this one also tastes great alone as a dessert. For more garnish, top with extra hazelnuts or a light dusting of cocoa powder.
You can also pair it with Nutella cookies, Nutella Mousse, and Nutella Banana Wrap for Nutella extravaganza. Or enjoy it with biscotti, or almond flour cookies for an Italian café-style dessert.
Storage Suggestions
This affogato dessert is best served fresh. However, if you are planning to serve it for parties or get-togethers, then you can prepare the Nutella-lined cups topped with ice cream and freeze them ahead of time. When ready to serve, make the center well, pour over hot espresso, and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks to Make the Best Hazelnut Affogato
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Coffee: Freshly brewed espresso tastes best in this dessert, as it gives the best flavor and aroma. However, if you don’t have an espresso machine, then you can also use instant coffee diluted with hot water or use strong brewed coffee as a substitute.
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Hazelnuts: Use toasted hazelnuts for the best nutty taste and to bring out their nuttiness.
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Nutella: For extra indulgence and presentation, you can also drizzle some warm Nutella over the top right before serving it.
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Serving: For a clear presentation and to show off the layers, you can also use a clear glass for assembling affogato.
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Ice Cream: You can also swap vanilla ice cream with Nutella ice cream, coffee ice cream, or chocolate ice cream. To make Nutella ice cream, swirl Nutella into the ice cream before freezing.
Hazelnut Affogato (Step-by-step photo instructions)
For making Hazelnut Affogato
- Spread nutella in a serving cup. Sprinkle with roatsed chopped hazelnuts. Scoop the vanilla ice cream into the serving glass or bowl. Smoothen the top. Sprinkle with more roasted hazelnuts. Freeze for 10 minutes.
- Scoop out the ice cream from the centre using a spoon or a apple corer. Pour the hot espresso into the hollow centre. Your delicious hazelnut affogato is ready. Serve immediately and enjoy the hot-cold, nutty delight.
Recipe Card
Hazelnut Affogato [Recipe]
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 7 reviews)
| Prep time 🕐 | Cook time 🕐 | Total time 🕐 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 mins | ||
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Serves ☺ |
| Desserts | European | 1 |
| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
| 455 calories | 1 |
INGREDIENTS
For Hazelnut Affogato
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 2 tablespoon Nutella or any spread
- 1 shot (30 ml) hot espresso
- 1 tablespoon crushed roasted hazelnuts
INSTRUCTIONS:
For making Hazelnut Affogato
- Spread nutella in a serving cup. Sprinkle with roatsed chopped hazelnuts. Scoop the vanilla ice cream into the serving glass or bowl. Smoothen the top. Sprinkle with more roasted hazelnuts. Freeze for 10 minutes.
- Scoop out the ice cream from the centre using a spoon or a apple corer. Pour the hot espresso into the hollow centre. Your delicious hazelnut affogato is ready. Serve immediately and enjoy the hot-cold, nutty delight.
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NOTES:
- Use toasted hazelnuts for the best nutty taste and to bring out their nuttiness.
- For extra indulgence and presentation, you can also drizzle some warm Nutella over the top right before serving it.
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