Sip & Snack - All In One

One of my husbands favorite snacks is also one of the easiest treats to make, so it's a win for both of us. Affogato is simply a scoop of vanilla ice cream or gelato that has a shot of hot espresso poured over it. I however wanted to amp up the recipe a bit and do what I do best...add alcohol and some toppings to give this old fashioned dessert more of a modern twist. While I selected almond flavors to go along with a pre-made biscotti for dipping, the fun part of this recipe is you can make it with whatever toppings you prefer. Check out the delicious details for my version of a cocktail and snack all in below.

Ingredients

1 scoop of  Häagan-Daaz Vanilla Swiss Almond Ice Cream 

1 cup espresso {I use Nespresso, Livanto}

1 teaspoon almond slivers

1 chocolate dipped biscotti {Nonni's is our favorite}

1 oz Amaretto 

Directions

Brew espresso & add in Amaretto then pour over a scoop of ice cream, garnish almond slivers and biscotti for dipping. 

Enjoy!

thirsty thursday - Iced Breakfast Beverages & A Donut Party

I know I am the odd woman out here when I say that I am not a coffee drinker. While I have always preferred tea my husband is big time coffee enthusiast. Pretty much any candy, ice cream or drink that is coffee flavored is something he would enjoy. So I decided to take a break from the usual boozy beverages I usually share on this weekly post and thought I would share two refreshing morning beverages perfect for a steamy summers day with a coordinating snack. After-all who doesn't like donuts??? I used this recipe from my favorite cooking show for the donuts but you could also purchase a similar mix pre-made. Have a great day everyone!

Vanilla Iced Espresso

2 pods Nespresso Livanto
1 teaspoon sugar 
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon good vanilla extract 

French Vanilla Iced Tea

2 Bigelow French Vanilla Tea bags brewed
1/2 cup of ice
1 teaspoon sweetener 
1/4 cup milk

Brew your tea & coffee add your sweetener & dairy to taste, pour over ice & enjoy!

I made a chocolate version for my husband using this pre-made mix & it was delicious!

Want to have your own donut party??? Below is everything you need to host your own morning get together in style. Perfect for brunch, hosting a wedding/baby shower or just a gathering of friends after a dinner party.

Seletti Coffee Cup, Saucer & Spoot Set // Crate & Barrel Creamer & Sugar Set // Tie Tea Mug // Cow Creamer // Target Threshold Cake Stand // CB2 Glass Creamer // Donut Baking Pan //  Crate & Barrel Dusting Sugar Set // Target Threshold Appetizer Plate // Anthropologie Cartan Napkin Set