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Pistachio affogato Calories
Coffee-and-ice-cream dessert drink with pistachio flavor
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Pistachio affogato (180 g) has 333 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.4 g of carbs, 7.6 g of protein, 17.6 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 219.6 mg of Phosphorus covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Pistachio affogato Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
333
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
37.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
7.6g
· 15% DV
Fat
17.6g
· 23% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 9% · Fat 47%
Pistachio affogato nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.6 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 8.82 g | 44% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 104 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Pistachio affogato?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 333 kcal |
| 2 slice (thin) | 40 g | 74 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (grated) | 75 g | 139 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 167 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 160 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 407 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 481 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistachio affogato
What is in a pistachio affogato?
A pistachio affogato pairs pistachio ice cream or gelato with a pour of hot espresso. Some versions add chopped pistachios or pistachio paste, but the defining contrast is cold, creamy ice cream and strong coffee.
How is a pistachio affogato different from a regular affogato?
A pistachio affogato uses pistachio-flavoured ice cream instead of the vanilla gelato commonly used in a classic affogato. The espresso-and-ice-cream format stays the same, while the nutty flavour makes the dessert richer and more distinctive.
Can you make pistachio affogato without an espresso machine?
Yes, you can make pistachio affogato without an espresso machine by using a small amount of strong coffee brewed another way. Choose a concentrated brew so its flavour still comes through against the sweet, creamy ice cream.
Can I use pistachio butter in pistachio affogato?
Yes, pistachio butter can add a stronger nutty flavour to pistachio affogato. Stir a little into softened vanilla gelato, or drizzle it over the ice cream before pouring on the espresso; unsweetened butter will taste less sugary.
Should the espresso be hot or cold in pistachio affogato?
Hot espresso is the usual choice for pistachio affogato. It softens the cold ice cream and creates the signature contrast, though you can use chilled espresso if you prefer a colder dessert with less melting.
How do you serve pistachio affogato?
Serve pistachio affogato in a small glass or bowl, with the espresso poured over the ice cream just before eating. Offer a spoon, since the dessert starts thick and becomes more drinkable as the gelato melts.
Is pistachio affogato an Italian dessert?
Affogato is an Italian-style dessert traditionally made by pouring espresso over gelato. Pistachio affogato is a flavoured variation rather than a single fixed traditional recipe, and its ingredients can vary from one café or home kitchen to another.
Can pistachio affogato be made with vanilla ice cream?
Yes, vanilla ice cream works in pistachio affogato if you add pistachio flavour separately, such as a swirl of pistachio paste or a topping of chopped pistachios. Without that addition, it is closer to a classic vanilla affogato.
Does pistachio affogato contain alcohol?
Pistachio affogato does not have to contain alcohol; the usual combination is espresso and pistachio ice cream. Some restaurants may add a liqueur, so ask about the preparation if you need to avoid alcohol.
Can you prepare pistachio affogato ahead of time?
Not well: pistachio affogato is best assembled right before serving. If made ahead, the espresso melts the ice cream and the mixture loses its contrast; keep the components separate and pour the coffee at the last moment.
Pistachio affogato Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
B12
0.58µg · 24% DV
Vitamin A
140.4µg · 16% DV
B5
0.76mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
220mg · 31% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Calcium
212mg · 21% DV
Magnesium
50mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
Sodium
104mg · 5% DV
Pistachio affogato Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pistachio affogato
To burn the 333 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Pistachio affogato?
Pistachio affogato is a pistachio-flavoured take on the Italian affogato: a scoop of ice cream is “drowned” in a shot of hot espresso. The pistachio usually comes from the ice cream, a cream or paste, or a scattering of chopped nuts. As the coffee melts the edges of the ice cream, the dessert becomes part drink and part spoonable treat.
In Italy it is often served as a simple dessert or an after-meal coffee; elsewhere, it works just as well as a café treat. Expect a contrast of bitter, aromatic coffee and sweet, creamy, nutty ice cream, which turns softer and more drinkable as it stands. It is an energy-dense choice with notable fat and carbohydrate. For a lighter serving, choose a smaller scoop and skip extra syrup or toppings.
How Nutritious Is Pistachio affogato?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Pistachio affogato Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Pistachio affogato Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pistachio affogato Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Pistachio affogato Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.82g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 41.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (41.4:1).
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