Cherry Semifreddo

This is my first time trying a semifreddo recipe. Searching for the perfect one I ran over Donna Hay’s recipe which seemed very easy to do. I used her basic recipe and added some cherries as they are in season now to add a delicious summer flavor and so created this Cherry Semifreddo recipe.

This dessert is refreshing and quite elegant, perfect to end a dinner or just serve it on a hot summer day.

How to make cherry semifreddo

To create this delightful frozen dessert with cherries, begin by placing the eggs, extra yolks, vanilla, and sugar in a heatproof bowl. Set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Using a hand-held electric mixer, beat the mixture for 6-8 minutes until it becomes thick and pale. Once done, remove the bowl from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

In a separate bowl, whisk the cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the slightly cooled egg mixture until it is well combined, creating a smooth and airy consistency.

Next, line a 2-litre capacity loaf tin with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap extends over the sides of the tin for easy removal later. Place the pitted cherries evenly across the bottom of the lined loaf tin. Pour the combined cream mixture over the cherries, spreading it out evenly.

Transfer the loaf tin to the freezer and allow the mixture to freeze for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to ensure it is fully set.

When ready to serve, invert the loaf tin onto a serving plate, gently removing the plastic wrap. Cut the frozen dessert into slices and enjoy the creamy, cherry-studded treat.

Hope you will try this easy recipe for Cherry Semifreddo and enjoy! If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. Would love to see how it turns out for you.

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Cherry Semifreddo

5 from 1 vote

Cherry semifreddo is an amazing summer dessert, creamy, refreshing and elegant, perfect to end a dinner on hot summer days. No ice cream maker needed.

Servings 8 servings

Prep Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound (400g) fresh cherries , pitted
• 3 eggs
• 2 egg yolks , extra

• 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
• 1 cup (200g) sugar
• 2 cups (500ml )heavy whipping cream

Instructions

 

• Place the eggs, extra yolks, vanilla and sugar in a heatproof bowl. Place over a saucepan of simmering water and, using a hand-held electric mixer, beat for 6–8 minutes or until thick and pale. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly.
• Whisk the cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold through the egg mixture until well combined. 
• Line a 2 litre-capacity loaf tin with plastic wrap. Put the pitted cherries down into the bottom of the loaf tin, and pour the cream mixture on top. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight. 
• When ready to serve invert onto a plate, remove the plastic wrap and cut into slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 8Calories: 296kcalCarbohydrates: 40.2gProtein: 3.6gFat: 13.9gSaturated Fat: 7.8gCholesterol: 155mgSugar: 25.2g

Calories: 296kcal

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cherry, dessert, ice cream, semifreddo