How to Make Mocha Semifreddo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mocha Semifreddo is a delightful and indulgent frozen dessert that combines the rich flavors of coffee and chocolate in a creamy, velvety texture. It is the perfect treat for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike, offering a harmonious balance of sweetness and bitterness that is sure to satisfy the taste buds. This elegant Italian dessert is surprisingly easy to make and is a great way to impress your guests at any gathering or dinner party.

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Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua®)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons instant coffee granules
  • 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder (Optional)
  • ¼ cup ice cold heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon whipped cream for garnish (Optional)
  • 1 pinch unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 4 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 18 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Whisk eggs, sugar, coffee-flavored liqueur, instant coffee, and 1 teaspoon cocoa powder together in a metal bowl.
  • Place bowl over low heat on the stove (holding bowl with a dishtowel) and continue whisking until mixture thickens, 4 to 6 minutes. Whisk continually to prevent eggs from scrambling. Remove bowl from heat and let mixture cool completely. (You can set the bowl on ice water to speed this up.)
  • Whisk ice-cold heavy cream and sugar together in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form, 3 to 4 minutes. Add cooled egg-coffee mixture to the whipped cream. Stir with a spatula until just combined.
  • Transfer mixture to serving cups. Wrap cups in plastic wrap and freeze until firm, 8 hours or overnight. Garnish with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.
  • Nutrition

    279 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 227mg
    • Sodium: 83mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 136mg