CHEF JOHN'S STRAWBERRY SEMIFREDDO
My lighter, no-cook adaptation of semifreddo skips the traditional egg custard and cuts down on fat, sugar, and time. It just so happens to be lighter, with a cleaner, more distinct berry flavor and a texture that's less creamy than classic semifreddo, falling somewhere between strawberry ice cream and a strawberry ice pop.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Strawberry Dessert Recipes
Time 4h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Line 10 ramekins with plastic wrap and place them onto a baking sheet.
- Hull strawberries with the tip of a knife. Place strawberries in a food processor. Add sugar, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle in a tiny pinch of salt. Pulse on and off to combine; finish pureeing on high until smooth.
- Whisk heavy cream in a bowl until soft peaks form. Add the strawberry puree. Stir and fold with a spatula until most of the major streaks disappear. Fill ramekins 1/4 to 1/8 inch from the top with the strawberry mixture. Tap baking sheet against the counter to settle the tops. Cover ramekins in plastic wrap and freeze until mostly firm, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Meanwhile, place cookies in a resealable plastic bag. Seal; crush cookies through with a rolling pin to get 1 1/2 cups of crumbs. Place crumbs into a bowl; add butter and mix well.
- Divide the cookie crumb mixture among the ramekins and smooth out with the back of a spoon. Cover again and freeze until completely frozen, about 2 hours.
- Toss diced strawberries with sugar in a bowl. Let rest at room temperature until a syrup forms below the strawberries, about 1 hour.
- Warm up each ramekin in your hands to help unmold the semifreddo; invert onto a plate. Top with the strawberries in syrup. Thaw for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 70.6 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 88.3 mg, Sugar 17.3 g
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joshawnna daley
[email protected]This semifreddo was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Tshepo Rikhotso
[email protected]I'm a beginner baker, and this recipe was easy to follow. My semifreddo turned out great, and I'm so proud of it.
Muhammad Nouman
[email protected]I made this semifreddo for a special occasion, and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
ANTHONY LITTLE
[email protected]This was the best semifreddo I've ever had. It was so smooth and creamy, and the strawberry flavor was amazing.
Md Manirul Haque said
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of strawberries, but I still enjoyed this semifreddo. The flavors were well-balanced, and the texture was perfect.
Emil Fiser
[email protected]This semifreddo was perfect for a summer party. It was light and refreshing, and everyone loved it.
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[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my semifreddo didn't turn out as well as I hoped. It was a bit too icy.
Amanda Rawls
[email protected]This was a great recipe. The semifreddo was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.
Akwasi Lartin
[email protected]This semifreddo was amazing! It was so light and fluffy, and the strawberry flavor was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Zeina Elmanawy
[email protected]I was disappointed with this semifreddo. It was icy and not very creamy. I think I'll stick to my old recipe.
Helen Naylor
[email protected]This semifreddo was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
TmZ Gamer
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and my semifreddo turned out beautifully. It was so delicious that I ate it all in one sitting. Oops!
Syed Aziz
[email protected]This was the easiest semifreddo recipe I've ever tried. It came together in just a few minutes, and it turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Kitty Kelso Leonard
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of semifreddo, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so creamy and smooth, with just the right amount of sweetness. The strawberries were the perfect finishing touch.
Festus Prince
[email protected]This semifreddo was a hit at my dinner party! It was light and refreshing, with the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The strawberries added a beautiful pop of color and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.