Matcha Affogato
Matcha affogato is matcha poured over vanilla ice cream. Hot, bitter matcha in contrast with cold, sweet ice cream is incredibly delicious! This simple dessert recipe is the perfect after dinner treat that's made with only 3 ingredients in just 5 minutes.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 191kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ teaspoons matcha powder
- ¼ cup hot water heated to between 160 and 175 Fahrenheit
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Add the matcha powder to a small bowl.
- Heat the water to between 160°F and 175°F.
- Add a few tablespoons of the hot water to the matcha and whisk until a smooth paste forms. Gradually whisk in the rest of the water until smooth and combined.
- Scoop ice cream into a bowl.
- Pour the hot matcha over the ice cream and dig in!
Notes
Matcha powder: Matcha is finely ground green tea powder that gives this affogato its vibrant color and earthy flavor. I recommend using the best quality matcha you can afford.
Ice Cream: Use ice cream or gelato. I love vanilla ice cream for this affogato. You can also use chocolate or experiment with other ice cream flavors!
Whisk: I recommend using a bamboo matcha whisk to best prepare the matcha. You can buy one online.
Berries (optional): This affogato is delicious with just matcha and ice cream. You can also top it with fresh or roasted berries. To roast blueberries, toss 1/2 cup fresh blueberries, 3/4 teaspoon of maple syrup or honey, a pinch of salt and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast at 400 F for 8-10 minutes. The berries should release some juices but still hold their shape.
Extra toppings: You can also top it with chopped pistachios, walnuts or hazelnuts, a dusting of matcha powder and/or cocoa powder. You can also use a vegetable peeler to shave a little white chocolate, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate on top.
Serving: Use a shallow bowl or a glass. Try not to use a glass that's too tall so that it's easy to dig into. Serve the hot matcha alongside the dish of ice cream. It's fun to let everyone pour the matcha over their ice cream for the full experience!
Storage: Matcha affogatos are best enjoyed immediately after making them. Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 87mg | Potassium: 415mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 218IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 246mg | Iron: 1mg
