This Raspberry and Pistachio Semifreddo is a delightful frozen dessert that is perfect for a hot summer day. The creamy texture of the semifreddo combined with the tartness of the raspberries and the nuttiness of the pistachios creates a harmonious flavor profile that will leave your taste buds craving for more. It's a great make-ahead dessert for a special occasion or a simple treat for any day.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/4 cup pistachios, chopped
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a blender, puree the raspberries and pistachios until smooth.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and eggs, and whisk together over low heat until thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the raspberry-pistachio puree and vanilla extract into the whipped cream.
- Pour the mixture into a loaf pan lined with plastic wrap, smooth the top, and freeze for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- To serve, unmold the semifreddo onto a serving platter, slice, and garnish with extra raspberries and pistachios.
Interesting Facts
Semifreddo is an Italian dessert that means 'half-cold' and is a cross between ice cream and mousse.
The addition of pistachios in this recipe adds a nice crunch and nutty flavor to the semifreddo.
Raspberries are rich in antioxidants and are a great source of vitamin C.