Chocolate Chip Semifreddo

The chocolate chip semifreddo is a fresh and scrumptious spoon dessert. Here is the recipe you can follow to prepare this delight.

Ingredients

• 250 ml of whipping cream
• 4 egg yolks
• 100 g of granulated sugar
• 1 sachet of vanillin or the seeds of 1 vanilla pod
• 200 g of dark chocolate (or milk chocolate, according to taste) chopped or in chips
• 50 ml of milk
• Dry biscuits to taste for the base (optional)

Preparation

1. In a bowl, whip the egg yolks with the sugar and vanillin (or vanilla seeds) until you achieve a frothy and light cream.
2. Gradually add the milk in a thin stream without stopping whisking.
3. In another bowl, whip the cream until it is firm.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mixture of egg yolks, taking care not to deflate it.
5. Add the chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate) and mix gently to distribute them evenly.
6. If you choose to use a biscuit base, crush the dry biscuits and create a layer at the bottom of the molds you will use for the semifreddo.
7. Pour the mixture into the molds over the biscuit base, if present, or directly into the molds.
8. Place in the freezer for at least 4-6 hours until the semifreddo is well solidified.

Before serving, remove the semifreddo from the freezer and leave it at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to facilitate unmolding from the molds. If you wish, you can decorate with additional chocolate chips, chocolate sauce, or fresh fruit.

Curiosity

The semifreddo is a versatile dessert that you can personalize with additions such as candied fruit, chopped nuts, or fruit syrup. In Italy, semifreddo is often served on special occasions, especially during the holidays or at weddings, because of its rich texture and delightfully cold flavor.