Mocha Semifreddo

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A massively underrated summer dessert, semifreddo has a rich taste, and you get what's basically an airy, custard-style ice cream without having to use a machine. However, it all comes at a cost. The classic procedure is a little bothersome, since you need to make three separate components – a zabaione, a meringue, and whipped cream – so, I decided to simply use the eggs whole, and make a 'zabaringue.' I knew I wouldn't get as much volume, but I didn't care.

2
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
4 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs 4 mins
Total Time:
8 hrs 18 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 tablespoons white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua®)

  • 1 ½ teaspoons instant coffee granules

  • 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder (Optional)

  • ¼ cup ice cold heavy whipping cream

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • 1 teaspoon whipped cream for garnish (Optional)

  • 1 pinch unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting (Optional)

Directions

  1. Whisk eggs, sugar, coffee-flavored liqueur, instant coffee, and 1 teaspoon cocoa powder together in a metal bowl.

  2. Place bowl over low heat on the stove (holding bowl with a dishtowel) and continue whisking until mixture thickens, 4 to 6 minutes. Whisk continually to prevent eggs from scrambling. Remove bowl from heat and let mixture cool completely. (You can set the bowl on ice water to speed this up.)

  3. Whisk ice-cold heavy cream and sugar together in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form, 3 to 4 minutes. Add cooled egg-coffee mixture to the whipped cream. Stir with a spatula until just combined.

  4. Transfer mixture to serving cups. Wrap cups in plastic wrap and freeze until firm, 8 hours or overnight. Garnish with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.

Cook's Note:

Answering questions about how to use this technique to make other flavors is tough, since there are many variables. Theoretically, if you replace the coffee and liquor, with other similar "stuff," then you should get a similar product. Good luck!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

279 Calories
16g Fat
24g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 279
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 21%
Saturated Fat 9g 43%
Cholesterol 227mg 76%
Sodium 83mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 24g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 22g
Protein 7g 15%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 49mg 4%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 136mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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