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

Orange semifreddo is a delicious, light and refreshing dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a sweet treat to enjoy after a meal, this creamy and citrusy dessert is sure to impress. The word "semifreddo" means "half-cold" in Italian, and this frozen dessert has a texture that falls somewhere between ice cream and mousse.

With its bright orange flavor and luscious, creamy texture, orange semifreddo is a popular dessert in I...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package unflavored gelatin
  • 2 eggs, separated
  • 1 egg yolk
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • 1 orange, cut into wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 mins
  • Additional Time: 9 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 23 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Pour orange juice into a saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin powder on top. Let stand until softened, about 1 minute. Place over low heat; stir constantly until granules are completely dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool, about 1 hour.
  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until foamy. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Combine egg yolks and sugar in a large bowl; beat using an electric mixer until pale and fluffy. Set aside.
  • Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold into the large bowl with the egg yolk-sugar mixture, followed by the stiff egg whites. Fold orange-gelatin mixture and orange extract into the large bowl with the egg yolk-cream mixture.
  • Pour mixture into a mold and freeze 8 hours to overnight. When it's time to serve, dip mold in hot water to loosen bottom and sides; turn out onto a serving plate. Decorate with orange wedges.
  • Nutrition

    248 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 143mg
    • Sodium: 40mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 103mg