{"id":505,"date":"2008-04-08T05:45:15","date_gmt":"2008-04-08T05:45:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.msadventuresinitaly.com\/blog\/2008\/04\/08\/chocolate-and-pistachio-semifreddo-with-cacao-nibs-recipe\/"},"modified":"2008-09-01T18:17:51","modified_gmt":"2008-09-01T18:17:51","slug":"chocolate-and-pistachio-semifreddo-with-cacao-nibs-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.msadventuresinitaly.com\/blog\/2008\/04\/08\/chocolate-and-pistachio-semifreddo-with-cacao-nibs-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate and Pistachio Semifreddo with Cacao Nibs Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"

The weather in Milan has been beautiful for the past week or so. Of course it’s snowing in other parts of Europe I hold dear and now rain is in our near forecast, but that didn’t stop me from enjoying a walk home last night and this weekend wanting a little refreshment in the form of semifreddo<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

Two reminders<\/strong>: I’m hosting DMBLGIT this month, so check out the requirements and send in your pictures<\/a>! I will update the gallery<\/a> regularly with your submissions. Also, if you’re an Expat in Italy (or a friend of one!) make sure you RSVP for our get-together in Florence on April 19th<\/a> – it’s coming up!<\/em><\/p>\n

Semifreddo<\/strong>, or semi freddo<\/strong> as I’ve seen some people (mistakenly) write, has the whipped feeling of a mousse, but the frozen delight of a gelato and is perfect for not-quite-hot, not-quite-cold weather that comes between the seasons. <\/p>\n

Last year I made Fresh Strawberry Semifreddo with Coconut and Mascarpone<\/a> but this year I wanted to make my favorite gelato flavors in semifreddo form. You can pour semifreddo into individual serving sizes or into a loaf container to later slice it into semifreddo slices.<\/p>\n

As far as semifreddo recipes go, this requires few steps but several bowls and is ridiculously easy. I got some inspiration from Sara over at San Lorenzo<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Chocolate<\/a><\/p>\n

Pistachio Semifreddo Recipe<\/h3>\n

Note: I had some pistachio paste on hand – similar to that used in Sicilian Pistachio Cookies<\/a> or David’s Pistachio Gelato<\/a>. You’ll want to add some additional sugar if you’re using fresh pistachio nuts or if your cream is not pre-sweetened. Taste the mixture before adding the egg whites or whipped cream and adjust the sugar.<\/em><\/p>\n

100g pistachio paste (40% pistachio) or 50g finely ground or pestled pistachios
\n200ml fresh cream
\n2 eggs, separated
\n3 T. sugar<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Beat the egg yolks with the sugar and pistachio paste. If using fresh pistachios, mix yolks and sugar together first, then add in pistachios.<\/li>\n
  2. In a separate, grease-free mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until peaks form. In a third bowl, whip the cream slightly until soft peaks form but before it loses its liquidity. <\/li>\n
  3. First fold the egg whites into the pistachio-yolk mixture, and hand mix gently with a spatula until all ingredients have been incorporated. Then add the cream, scraping the sides to make sure the mixture is homogeneous.<\/li>\n
  4. Pour into individual serving containers or log form and freeze for several hours. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Chocolate Semifreddo Recipe<\/h3>\n

    Note: 100g of chocolate is a bit conservative – if you want, go with 150 grams to make it more chocolaty!<\/em><\/p>\n

    100g dark chocolate, melted
    \n2 eggs, separated
    \n1 T. sugar
    \n200ml fresh cream<\/p>\n

      \n
    1. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler until no longer solid. Remove from heat and continue to mix gently as it cools down. Add egg yolks and sugar and blend at high speed until mixed thoroughly.<\/li>\n
    2. Follow steps 2 – 4 above.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      You can serve it in log form and slice off portions for your guests. I put a sliver of parchment paper at the bottom of the log form, added the nibs and then the various layers after. If you want very precise layer divisions, freeze each layer for 30 minutes before adding the next flavor. To free the log from the form, run a knife around the edges and turn over onto a plate.<\/p>\n

      \"Log<\/a><\/p>\n

      Don’t forget the Cacao Nibs<\/strong> – they add a yummy crunch!<\/p>\n

      \"Close-up<\/a><\/p>\n

      Have you had semifreddo before? Do you have a favorite flavor, or do you prefer it over gelato?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      The weather in Milan has been beautiful for the past week or so. Of course it’s snowing in other parts of Europe I hold dear and now rain is in our near forecast, but that didn’t stop me from enjoying a walk home last night and this weekend wanting a little refreshment in the form…<\/p>\n

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