Matcha has established itself as an essential ingredient in trendy and aesthetic beverages. Combined with acai, an Amazonian superfruit, the result is not only delicious but also colorful and highly photogenic. This reimagined take on an Italian classic allows you to add a dessert to your menu that is both original and delicious, perfectly in tune with the times.
Thanks to Nossa! acai guarana sorbet, this recipe is quick and easy to make.
WHY AFFOGATO?
Affogato is a dessert that comes straight from Italy, more precisely from the city of Naples.
Affogato means “drowned” in Italian. As its name suggests, it traditionally consists of covering a scoop of vanilla ice cream with a strong espresso. This process softens the ice cream and creates a unique flavor combining the sweetness of vanilla ice cream with the intense taste of coffee.
Today, affogato has become a viral recipe on social media, inspiring many variations. The affogato trend therefore pairs perfectly with the trends of matcha and even acai! This combination makes it possible to offer a healthier version of affogato that is visually striking and in tune with current tastes.
THE COMBINED BENEFITS OF ACAI AND MATCHA
Plenty of benefits to support your well-being!
Matcha
Matcha is renowned as a nutritional powerhouse. It is rich in antioxidants, particularly catechins, helping protect cells from oxidative damage and maintain youthful-looking skin. Matcha is also a natural source of caffeine, providing steady energy without the spikes and crashes associated with coffee.
In addition, it is rich in L-theanine, an amino acid that promotes both relaxation and concentration.
Acai
This recipe also draws on the benefits of the superfruit that is acai, a small Amazonian berry with multiple health benefits.
Like matcha, it contains a large amount of antioxidants. It is also rich in fiber, which supports slow digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness. Finally, its omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids and mineral content make it an excellent ingredient for a healthy, revitalizing dessert.
Learn more about the many health benefits of acai
An aesthetic dessert in tune with the times
This reimagined recipe brings together three major trends: affogato, matcha and acai. Inspired by two super-ingredients that are social media stars, this recipe is at the heart of current trends. It reinterprets the spirit of affogato in a healthy and colorful version, for a result that is as delicious as it is Instagram-worthy.
The combination of matcha and acai is appealing not only for its benefits: it also attracts attention. With its naturally vibrant hues, ranging from the deep green of matcha to the intense purple characteristic of acai, this affogato evokes freshness, flavor and energy all at once.
MATCHA AND ACAI AFFOGATO RECIPE
Ingredients:
- 3 scoops of Nossa! sorbet
- Matcha: 1 teaspoon of matcha and 30cl of water
Preparation:
- Preparing the matcha: Whisk the matcha into a small amount of water using a chasen whisk.
- Place the scoops of Nossa! sorbet in a container.
- Cover the sorbet with the matcha.
Here is a recipe that is as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to enjoy, ready in the blink of an eye.
Interested in another recipe combining acai and matcha?
Try our recipes for Rose Matcha with Acai and Acai Matcha Latte