Caramelized White Chocolate Affogato with Sea Salt
A dreamy dessert coffee with creamy caramelized white chocolate and a touch of sea salt
April 30, 2025
Love affogato? This elevated version combines rich espresso with silky caramelized white chocolate for an incredible dessert experience. The sea salt adds a perfect finishing touch that makes all the flavors pop!
This fancy-looking treat is surprisingly simple to make at home. Just melt and caramelize good quality white chocolate, add a scoop to your bowl, and pour over fresh espresso. Works best with a medium-dark roast espresso that can stand up to the sweet chocolate.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary affogato! Here's why you'll fall in love:
- Only 3 main ingredients needed
- No special equipment required beyond basic kitchen tools
- Can be made ahead - caramelize the chocolate in advance
- Impressive presentation perfect for entertaining
Caramelized White Chocolate Affogato with Sea Salt
A dreamy dessert coffee with creamy caramelized white chocolate and a touch of sea salt
Affogato, Caramelized White Chocolate, Coffee Dessert, Italian Dessert, Hot Coffee, Espresso Dessert
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Espresso machine
- Serving bowls
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 8 oz (226g) high-quality white chocolate, chopped
- 2 double shots of espresso (about 2 oz each)
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
- Optional: vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C)
- Spread chopped white chocolate evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- Bake for 60 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes until golden brown and caramelized
- Let chocolate cool completely and break into chunks
- Place caramelized white chocolate pieces in serving bowls
- Pull fresh espresso shots directly over the chocolate
- Sprinkle with sea salt and serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Use high-quality white chocolate with at least 30% cocoa butter for the best caramelization
- Keep a close eye on the chocolate while baking - stir every 10 minutes for even caramelization
- Chill your serving bowls in the freezer for 10 minutes before assembling
- Pull your espresso shots right before serving for the best temperature contrast
Calories: 385kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 13g, Cholesterol: 15mg, Sodium: 245mg, Potassium: 150mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 41g, Calcium: 120mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT1H
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT1H20M
Prep. Time:
PT20M
