Description
Hojicha Affogato Vanilla Ice Cream is a delightful dessert that combines the creamy richness of vanilla ice cream and the toasty, smoky notes of hojicha tea. This unique twist on the classic affogato elevates the traditional coffee dessert into a refined treat that is both comforting and sophisticated.
Ingredients
2 large scoops premium or French vanilla ice cream
2 teaspoons hojicha loose leaf tea or 2 hojicha tea bags
1 cup filtered water
toasted sesame seeds (optional)
crushed roasted nuts like almonds or pecans (optional)
sweetened red bean paste (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of filtered water to a boil.
- Add 2 teaspoons of hojicha loose leaf tea or 2 hojicha tea bags to the boiling water and steep for about 5 minutes.
- Strain the tea (if using loose leaf) and let it cool slightly.
- In serving bowls or glasses, place 2 large scoops of premium or French vanilla ice cream.
- Pour the warm hojicha tea over the ice cream, allowing it to melt slightly and mingle with the creaminess.
- Optionally, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or crushed roasted nuts for added texture and flavor.
- For an extra touch, add a spoonful of sweetened red bean paste on top and serve immediately.
Notes
For the best flavor, use high-quality hojicha tea and premium vanilla ice cream. This recipe can be easily adapted with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 affogato bowl
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: Hojicha Affogato, Vanilla Ice Cream, Japanese dessert, affogato, hojicha tea