Affogato is a coffee lover’s dream, but let’s raise the stakes a little. Enter Dark Roast Affogato Parfaits: an extravagant blend of dark, bold coffee and smooth vanilla ice cream. These parfaits aren’t here to play—it’s a dessert that delivers on flavor and sophistication, without asking you to break a sweat. With dark roast coffee that packs a punch, it’ll give you the boost to finish your day. Layers of creamy indulgence make this dessert impossible to resist. Get ready to take your classic affogato game to the next level, one glorious layer at a time.
Dark Roast Affogato Parfaits
Dark roast affogato parfaits are a layered dessert of rich coffee and velvety vanilla ice cream, perfect for coffee enthusiasts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dark roast coffee freshly brewed
- 1 ½ cups vanilla ice cream
- ¼ cup chocolate shavings optional
- 2 tbsp coffee liqueur optional, but why not?
- 1 tbsp sugar for sweetness, optional
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Brew the coffee: Make 2 cups of strong dark roast coffee, adjusting to your preferred strength.
- Prepare the ice cream: Soften the vanilla ice cream slightly to make it easier to scoop and layer.
- Layer the parfaits: In your glasses, start by scooping a layer of vanilla ice cream.
- Pour the coffee: Gently pour the hot coffee over the ice cream, allowing it to melt into the dessert.
- Top it off: If desired, add a sprinkle of chocolate shavings and a drizzle of coffee liqueur.
- Serve and enjoy: Immediately serve and enjoy the indulgent blend of flavors before it melts too much.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin D: 10%
- Magnesium: 6%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For extra richness: Add a splash of heavy cream to your coffee before pouring over the ice cream.
- For a twist: Use flavored coffee (like hazelnut or caramel) for added depth.
- Make it boozy: A splash of Kahlúa or Baileys will elevate the experience (as if it needed more).
