Double Scotch Caramel Affogato Recipes

AFFOGATO

Steps:

• Place 2 small scoops of ice cream (coffee, chocolate or vanilla) in a coffee cup, then pour in a shot of espresso or 3 tablespoons strong brewed coffee. Top with shaved dark chocolate and chopped hazelnuts.

DOUBLE SCOTCH CARAMEL AFFOGATO

Steps:

• Swirl Scotch, sugar and salt in a medium heavy saucepan to combine. Heat on medium-high for 30 seconds, you should start to smell the alcohol vapor; using a stick lighter or long match, ignite the alcohol. Continue cooking, flames will be small at first and grow as the mixture heats but will die out completely after about 2 minutes.
• Boil sugar mixture, swirling occasionally (do not stir or crystals may form and result in a grainy caramel), until the edges start to turn golden, about 7-9 minutes. Keep swirling to mix the lighter and darker colors until the caramel is amber, another 2-3 minutes. Watch closely because the caramel can darken and burn quickly.
• As soon as it reaches amber, remove from heat, add butter and continue to swirl to melt the butter and to stop the caramel from getting any darker; butter will make the caramel bubble vigorously so be careful. When the butter is completely melted, swirl in heavy cream. Stir (it's ok to stir at this point) until cream is completely incorporated and caramel is smooth and no streaks of cream remain. Let cool, caramel will thicken as it sits.
• Divide ice cream among 12 highball glasses or bowls. Pour 1/2 shot of espresso over each and top with a drizzle of caramel.
• Do ahead: Caramel can be made 1 month ahead, store in an airtight container and chill. Reheat gently before using.

DOUBLE BUTTERSCOTCH COOKIES

Steps:

• In a large bowl, beat the butter, shortening and brown sugar for 2 minutes or until mixture resembles wet sand. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; gradually add to the brown sugar mixture and mix well. Stir in toffee bits and pecans. , Shape into three 14-in. rolls (mixture will be slightly crumbly); wrap each in plastic. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm., Unwrap and cut into 1/2-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° until lightly browned, 9-11 minutes. Cool for 1-2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

KAHLUA AFFOGATO

Steps:

• Pour in the hot espresso first, then the Kahlua and then your ice cream.
• Drink and enjoy.
• Variation:.
• You can also add a shot of greeen creme de minthe liqueur to the mix and pour over pistachio ice cream instead of vanilla.

DOUBLE CHOCOLATE COOKIES

Steps:

• In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips., Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.