Chocolate Semifreddo with California Walnuts
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Chocolate Semifreddo with California Walnuts
Description
This Chocolate Semifreddo with California Walnuts blends whipped double cream with sweetened condensed milk and melted dark chocolate for a rich yet airy frozen dessert. The addition of cocoa powder intensifies the chocolate flavor while finely chopped California walnuts provide a subtle crunch throughout. The mixture is gently folded to maintain lightness before being poured into a lined loaf tin and frozen solid. After chilling, the semifreddo is removed and decorated with fresh strawberries, extra chocolate bits, and walnuts, offering a contrast of textures and flavors.
The dessert's texture is creamy and smooth but not dense, achieving a mousse-like mouthfeel that softens easily at room temperature. Folding the ingredients gently preserves the delicate air incorporated in the whipped cream, ensuring a light finish. This semifreddo can be sliced and served as a refreshing chilled sweet, ideal for warm-day dining or elegant dessert courses.
To garnish, fresh strawberries add a juicy, slightly tart note that complements the rich chocolate and nutty walnut pieces. The use of California walnuts provides a mild bitterness and crunch that contrast with the sweet and creamy base. The semifreddo stores well when kept frozen and benefits from sitting out a few minutes before serving to soften for easier slicing.
For best results, use freshly whipped cream and cool the melted chocolate before folding it in. Sifting the cocoa powder prevents clumps and folding slowly maintains the airy texture. Dipping a knife in hot water helps achieve neat slices when serving. These careful steps help produce a semifreddo with balanced flavor, texture, and presentation.
Ingredients
- 600 ml double cream fresh
- 200 ml condensed milk
- 60 g icing sugar
- 250 g dark chocolate melted
- 80 g California Walnuts finely chopped
- 60 g cocoa powder
To Decorate:
- strawberries
- dark chocolate
- California Walnuts
Instructions
- Line the base of a loaf tin (22cm x 12cm / 9-inch x 5-inch) with cling film.
- Place the double cream in a large bowl and whip it with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form, about 4 minutes.
- Once ready, using a spatula gently fold the condensed milk into the whipped cream. Drizzle the chocolate over the mixture, then sift the cocoa powder in, add the California Walnuts and gently stir until all the ingredients are combined.
- Pour the semifreddo mixture in the prepared loaf tin, and smooth the surface. Cover with cling film and freeze for 4-5 hours or overnight.
- Remove the semifreddo from the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving. To serve, unwrap the loaf tin, place a serving platter over the tin, and turn the semifreddo upside down onto the platter.
- Decorate with fresh strawberries, chopped chocolate and California Walnuts, and serve.
Notes
- Melt the chocolate gently over a bain-marie or in short microwave bursts to avoid burning.
- Keep the heavy cream cold until ready to whip for better volume.
- Adjust or omit icing sugar depending on the sweetness of your condensed milk.
- Whip the condensed milk slightly to incorporate air and enhance lightness.
- Allow melted dark chocolate to cool completely before folding into the mixture to prevent deflating.
- Sift cocoa powder before adding to avoid lumps.
- Fold ingredients gently to maintain the airy texture.
- Line the loaf pan with cling film to ease removal and prevent sticking.
- For cleaner slices, dip a sharp knife in hot water before cutting the semifreddo.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 439 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 439kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 46mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 382mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 806IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 123mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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