We Tried Affogatos with Chocolate, Butter Pecan, and Blue Moon Ice Cream — Here’s What Happened
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The classic affogato—espresso poured over vanilla ice cream—is a gift to humanity. But we couldn’t help but wonder… what happens if you swap out the vanilla? What if you get a little weird with it?
So we did.
Armed with freshly pulled espresso and three very different flavors of ice cream, we set out to push the boundaries of the affogato. The results? Surprisingly good—sometimes strange—but always worth trying.
Let’s break it down.
1. Chocolate Ice Cream Affogato
The Setup:
Chocolate and coffee already go hand in hand (mocha, anyone?), so this felt like the safest bet.
First Impressions:
This one came from a local creamery, and even as two people who don’t usually go for chocolate ice cream, we were immediately impressed. It was rich, velvety, and just the right amount of sweet.
The Verdict:
Absolutely phenomenal. Think of it as the mocha you wish coffee shops would make. The espresso balanced the chocolate beautifully, and the final sip—when it all melts together—tasted like the best chocolate milk of your life. This one’s a winner.
2. Butter Pecan Ice Cream Affogato
The Setup:
We debated this one. Butter pecan brings nutty chunks, and earlier we did say we didn’t want chunks in our affogato. But curiosity won out.
First Impressions:
It poured beautifully, and honestly, the combination surprised us. The chunks didn’t interfere, and the flavor… it had this smooth, caramelized nuttiness that blended into the espresso perfectly.
The Verdict:
Elegant, subtle, and full of depth. It gave off brown butter vibes and felt like an upgraded, more refined take on the classic affogato. If chocolate was the comfort pick, this one was the classy twist. And yeah, it’s dangerously close to being fancy coffee creamer in the best way.
3. Blue Moon Ice Cream Affogato
The Setup:
Our wild card. No one really knows what flavor Blue Moon is—some say almond, others say marshmallow, raspberry, or even Fruity Pebbles. The mystery made it perfect for experimentation.
First Impressions:
The bright blue color? Not appetizing. It looked like something out of Star Wars. But the taste? The Blue Moon ice cream itself was nostalgic and delicious.
The Verdict:
This one didn’t work as well. The espresso and ice cream didn’t quite mix—instead of a cohesive blend, they fought each other for attention. Not terrible, just confusing. Kind of like adding Fruity Pebbles to your coffee: fun to say, less fun to drink.
Final Thoughts
We’re convinced: affogatos are underrated playgrounds for experimentation. There’s no reason to limit yourself to vanilla. Chocolate and butter pecan were both incredible—each in their own way—and even the Blue Moon was worth the curiosity.
So now we’re asking you:
What ice cream flavor should we try next?
Drop your weirdest, wildest ideas in the comments. We’re ready to brew more espresso and make a mess all over again.
P.S. If your go-to affogato flavor is still vanilla, no judgment. But maybe... just maybe... you're missing out.