Moka Pot Affogato with Tahini Caramel
A rich coffee dessert with creamy gelato and homemade tahini caramel sauce
May 22, 2025
Love affogato? This creative twist combines the rich intensity of Moka pot coffee with smooth vanilla gelato and a unique tahini caramel sauce that'll make your taste buds dance!
It's surprisingly simple to make at home. The Moka pot creates a perfect espresso-like coffee that's strong enough to stand up to the creamy gelato. The tahini adds a nutty depth to the caramel that makes this dessert extra special. Perfect for after dinner or as an afternoon treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary coffee dessert! Here's why you'll fall in love:
- Quick and impressive: Ready in just 15 minutes
- Perfect balance: Hot coffee meets cold gelato with sweet-nutty caramel
- Unique twist: Tahini adds unexpected depth to classic caramel
- Customizable: Works with any gelato flavor you love
Moka Pot Affogato with Tahini Caramel
A rich coffee dessert with creamy gelato and homemade tahini caramel sauce
Affogato, Coffee Dessert, Moka Pot Coffee, Tahini Caramel, Italian Dessert, Coffee Recipe
Equipment
- Moka pot
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Ice cream scoop
- Serving glasses
Ingredients
- 2 scoops vanilla gelato
- 4 tablespoons freshly ground coffee
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Add water to the bottom chamber of your Moka pot and ground coffee to the filter basket
- Heat the Moka pot on medium-low heat until coffee is fully brewed
- For the tahini caramel, heat sugar and water in a saucepan until amber colored
- Remove from heat, carefully stir in cream, tahini, and salt until smooth
- Place 1 scoop of gelato in each serving glass
- Pour hot coffee over gelato
- Drizzle with warm tahini caramel sauce
- Serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Use a medium-dark roast coffee for the best flavor balance
- Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before assembling
- Make the tahini caramel ahead and warm it slightly before serving
- Pour the coffee over the gelato just before serving for the best temperature contrast
Calories: 385kcal, Carbohydrates: 45g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 21g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Cholesterol: 55mg, Sodium: 380mg, Potassium: 185mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 42g, Calcium: 120mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
