Moka Pot Affogato with Caramelized Fig
A warm, creamy coffee dessert with sweet caramelized figs and rich vanilla gelato
April 30, 2025
Love affogato? This cozy twist pairs rich Moka pot coffee with creamy vanilla gelato and sweet, caramelized figs. The hot coffee melts the gelato just enough to create a velvety dessert that's both warm and cold in every spoonful!
This recipe is super simple to make at home. Just brew strong coffee in your Moka pot, caramelize some fresh figs with brown sugar, and pour the hot coffee over quality vanilla gelato. It's perfect for dinner parties or when you want to turn your coffee break into something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary coffee dessert! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
- Quick and impressive: Ready in just 15 minutes
- Perfect contrast: Hot coffee meets cold gelato
- Seasonal treat: Great way to use fresh figs
- Restaurant-quality: Looks and tastes like a fancy café dessert
Moka Pot Affogato with Caramelized Fig
A warm, creamy coffee dessert with sweet caramelized figs and rich vanilla gelato
Affogato, Moka Pot Coffee, Caramelized Figs, Italian Dessert, Coffee Dessert, Hot Coffee
Equipment
- Moka pot
- Small sauté pan
- Serving glasses
- Coffee grinder
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons ground dark roast coffee
- 4 fresh figs, halved
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 scoops premium vanilla gelato
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Fill the Moka pot base with hot water and add ground coffee to the filter basket
- Place Moka pot on medium heat and brew coffee
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a small pan over medium heat
- Add halved figs cut-side down and sprinkle with brown sugar
- Cook figs for 3-4 minutes until caramelized
- Place 2 scoops of gelato in each serving glass
- Top with caramelized figs
- Pour hot coffee over gelato
- Finish with a pinch of sea salt and serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Use a dark roast coffee for the strongest flavor
- Choose ripe but firm figs for the best caramelization
- Freeze serving glasses for 10 minutes before assembling
- Serve immediately while the temperature contrast is perfect
Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 35mg, Sodium: 95mg, Potassium: 320mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 38g, Calcium: 120mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT10M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
