Semifreddo with strawberries and chocolate
4 servings
40 minutes
Semifreddo with strawberries and chocolate is an exquisite dessert born in Italian cuisine but also reflected in Jewish culinary tradition. Its name translates to 'half-frozen,' perfectly conveying its delicate, airy texture. The creamy flavor harmonizes with the rich bitterness of dark chocolate and the fresh tartness of strawberries, creating a refined pleasure. This dessert requires no complex preparation and is perfect for summer evenings when lightness and coolness are desired. The secret to its creation lies in gradual freezing and careful mixing of ingredients to avoid ice crystals. Serving it with berries highlights its elegance and makes it a true decoration for the festive table.
1
Whip the cream. Grate the chocolate.
- Heavy cream 35% fat: 300 ml
- Dark chocolate: 100 g
2
Separate the yolks from the whites. Whisk the yolks with half of the powdered sugar, and separately whip the whites with the other half.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Icing sugar: 200 g
- Icing sugar: 200 g
3
Mix everything carefully: yolks with whites and cream until a homogeneous mass is obtained.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Heavy cream 35% fat: 300 ml
4
Add grated chocolate and strawberries.
- Dark chocolate: 100 g
- Wild strawberry: 100 g
5
Line the mold with food wrap, fill it with the mixture, and place it in the freezer until set. Stir occasionally to prevent ice formation.
6
Serve with berries.
- Wild strawberry: 100 g
