Chocolate Semifreddo with California Walnuts
Chocolate Semifreddo with California Walnuts is a frozen Italian dessert combining whipped double cream, condensed milk, melted dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and finely chopped walnuts. Its creamy, mousse-like texture balances rich chocolate flavor with crunchy walnut pieces. The semifreddo is prepared in a loaf tin, frozen until firm but scoopable, and served slightly softened. Fresh strawberries, additional chopped chocolate, and walnuts decorate the dessert, adding freshness and extra texture for an elegant presentation that suits a special occasion or after-dinner treat.
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
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 439
% 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.