Ice Cream Cocktails: 3 Easy and Delicious Recipes to Try Now
Gelato isn't just a dessert: it can be the star ingredient in surprising, creamy, and irresistible cocktails. Today, we're sharing three recipes that combine the pleasure of a drink with the sweetness of artisanal gelato.
As a first step, prepare your favorite Italian gelato using our Tooa Vanilla Ice Cream Mix and a Tooa Milano or Tooa Milano Pro ice cream maker: the perfect base for unforgettable cocktails.
1. Espresso Affogato with Amaretto
A revisited classic: affogato meets the smoothness of almond liqueur. Ideal as a refined after-dinner digestif.
Ingredients (for 1 serving):
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2 scoops of vanilla ice cream
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1 cup of hot espresso
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30 ml of Amaretto
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Dark chocolate chips
Preparation:
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Place the ice cream scoops in a low glass or bowl.
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Pour the Amaretto over the ice cream.
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Slowly add the hot espresso.
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Garnish with chocolate shavings.
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Serve immediately with a teaspoon and a short straw.
2. White Russian Float
The "ice cream" version of the famous White Russian, made iconic by the film The Big Lebowski . Even smoother and more delicious.
Ingredients (for 1 serving):
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2 scoops of vanilla ice cream
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40 ml of vodka
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30 ml Kahlúa (coffee liqueur)
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20 ml of fresh liquid cream
Preparation:
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Add two scoops of ice cream to a tumbler glass.
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Pour over the vodka and Kahlúa.
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Finish with lightly whipped cream.
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Mix gently.
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For an extra touch, sprinkle with bitter cocoa.
3. Tequila Sundae
An alcoholic dessert with a Mexican twist: fresh, citrusy, and with an original twist.
Ingredients (for 1 serving):
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2 scoops of vanilla ice cream
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40 ml of white tequila
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20 ml of orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
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10 ml fresh lime juice
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Salt for the rim of the glass
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1 lime slice for garnish
Preparation:
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Rim the glass with lime juice and salt Margarita-style.
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Place the ice cream scoops in the glass.
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Pour in the tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice.
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Garnish with a slice of lime.
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Serve in a large glass, with a spoon and straw.
With these three ice cream cocktails, you can wow your guests and transform a simple dessert into a gourmet experience. Perfect for a summer evening, a dinner with friends, or as a alcoholic dessert for a special occasion.