Delicious Coffee Semifreddo Recipe for Summer

Delicious Coffee Semifreddo Recipe for Summer

4-ingredient coffee semifreddo is so quick that it can be prepared within 5 minutes without any hustle. It requires no baking or Cooking and has bold and delicious flavors that will make you come back for more!

The simplicity of the recipe will amaze you; all you need is 4 ingredients to make a coffee-flavor-packed, deliciously creamy, and smooth dessert. The texture of the semifreddo is just divine; it literally melts in your mouth with the great richness of coffee.

Ingredients

4 tablespoons soluble coffee (1/4 cup)
20 ml milk (1/12 cup)
3 tablespoons condensed milk (1/8 cup)
400 ml whipping cream (1 + 2/3 cups)

Ingredient Notes

Coffee: Good quality coffee will make a great difference in the taste. We use a high-quality coffee powder with the perfect balance of bitterness and floral notes.
Milk: Milk helps in dissolving the coffee. I prefer using whole dairy milk but feel free to experiment with different varieties.
Sweetened Condensed Milk : Condensed milk adds sweetness to the semifreddo. We also recommend it because it does not give the semifreddo an icy texture upon freezing.
Whipping Cream: The Whipping cream is the main base of semifreddo. It gives the semifreddo a creamy, airy, and light texture that melts on the tongue.

Preparation

Coffee Preparation:

In a clean mixing bowl, add powdered coffee.
Now add milk and mix well until a smooth paste is formed.
Then, add condensed milk.
Mix the mixture well to incorporate.

Whipping Cream Preparation:

Pour the whipping cream into a clean mixing bowl.
Whisk until soft peaks are formed.

Assembly:

Pour the coffee mixture into the whipped cream and whisk until well incorporated.
Scrap the sides of the bowl with the help of a spatula and fold in well.
Transfer the creamy mixture to a silicon tray mold.
Even out the surface with a spatula and cover with a plastic wrap.
Freeze the semifreddo for 3 hours at least.

Serving:

Stretch the side of the mold to release the semifreddo.
Now, place a tray over the mold and flip it.
Remove the tray mold when the semifreddo is dropped over the tray.
Drizzle Caramel sauce and sprinkle chocolate chips over the semifreddo.

Recipe Video

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Expert Tips

Ensure the dessert is frozen for at least 3 hours to set.
Make sure that the coffee is completely dissolved in the milk. Otherwise, the coffee’s taste will not be dispersed.
For the whipping, use cooled whipping cream. In a short time, cool whipping cream will form peaks that are much lighter and fluffier than whipping cream at room temperature.
Use caution when whipping cream using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer. These mixers have the potential to over whip the cream, causing the mixture to split or spoil. Once peaks start to form, lower the speed of the mixer.
Make sure to gently fold in the cream with the spatula; overmixing may remove air from the mixture.

Variations

Chocolate: You can add chocolate bits or chips in the semifreddo to add a chocolate surprise. Feel free to use dark chocolate or even white chocolate depending on your liking.
Praline: You can add praline in the semifreddo to add a different texture and crunch.
Nuts: Add chopped nuts like pecans, hazelnuts, walnuts, peanuts, or almonds. The nuts will add crunch and texture to your dessert.
Jams and Spread swirls: For a fruity surprise, add swirls of your favorite jam, like raspberry or strawberry jam, in the filling. You can also swirl in spreads or nut butter, such as Nutella, Peanut Butter, or Biscoff Spread.

Storage

You can store the dessert in an airtight container and refrigerate for 2 to 3 days. Make sure to cover it with plastic wrap; otherwise, it will become icy. Serve chilled for the best taste experience.