Copa Don Pedro Dessert Recipe
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Creamy, sweet, and unapologetically boozy, my Copa Don Pedro recipe is the grown-up dessert you never knew you needed in your life.
My take on this Argentinian favorite is very easy to make and gives you leeway to get a little creative with your own variations. You and your dinner guests are going to love the sweetness and heat of this wonderfully simple dessert.
Copa Don Pedro Recipe
What is Copa Don Pedro?
Copa Don Pedro is a simple but delicious dessert in Argentina. It has some very adult flavors as it consists of ice cream topped with whisky and crushed walnuts.
It is similar to the Italian affogato (which is topped with espresso instead of whisky but can also contain liqueur alongside the espresso) and can be made in a matter of minutes.
Ingredients
To make my Copa Don Pedro dessert, you’ll need the following ingredients:
Per serving:
- Ice Cream – 2 scoops of ice cream
- Walnuts – 2 tbsp chopped walnuts (plain or candied/caramelized)
- Whisky – 1 fl oz (or to taste) Scotch whisky
If you want to serve the dessert with caramelized walnuts (rather than just plain walnuts), you’ll need the following for homemade caramelized nuts (per serving):
- Sugar – 1 tbsp of sugar
- Walnuts – 2 tbsp of chopped walnuts
Substitutions
Whisky – Instead of whisky, it’s also common to use Bailey’s liqueur.
Walnuts – While walnuts are most typically used in this dessert, you can also use pecans or other nuts of choice.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 (Optional) – Make caramelized/candied walnuts.
A – To a pan over medium heat, add the sugar in an even layer.
B – When it’s melted, add the walnuts and stir.
C – Transfer them to a plate with baking (non-stick) paper on it.
Step 2 – To a serving glass, add 2 scoops of ice cream.
Step 3 – Pour whisky over it (to taste). We used 1 fl oz (one shot) of whisky per 2 scoops of ice cream. For a less boozy version, you can use half that amount.
Step 4 – Sprinkle the chopped walnuts (plain or caramelized/candied) over the ice cream.
Enjoy some extra crunch and sweetness if you opt for the candied version, or savor the mild, earthy notes that accompany the sweet creaminess and heat of the whiskey.
I love how simple this dessert is to make. Especially for a late-night dinner party when the liquor comes out, this can be a really fun treat to serve to everyone.
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Ingredients
- 2 scoops of ice cream
- 1 fl oz or to taste Scotch whisky
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
- 2 tbsp sugar optional, if making homemade caramelized nuts
Instructions
- (Optional) – Make caramelized/candied walnuts.
A – To a pan over medium heat, add the sugar in an even layer.
B – When it’s melted, add the walnuts and stir.
C – Transfer them to a plate with baking (non-stick) paper on it. - To a serving glass, add 2 scoops of ice cream.
- Pour whisky over it (to taste). We used 1 fl oz (one shot) of whisky per 2 scoops of ice cream. For a less boozy version, you can use half that amount.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts (plain or caramelized/candied) over the ice cream.
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