Ciambella semifreddo tiramisù

The Ciambella semifreddo tiramisù is a fresh and delicious variant of the classic tiramisù. Here’s how to prepare it:

Ingredients

• 250 g of mascarpone
• 100 g of powdered sugar
• 3 large eggs (with yolks and whites separated)
• 200 ml of whipping cream
• 1 small cup of cooled espresso coffee
• 200 g of ladyfingers
• Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
• 1 pinch of salt
• Coffee liqueur or marsala (optional)
• Grated dark chocolate or chocolate chips (for garnish)

Preparation

1. Start by carefully separating the yolks from the egg whites.
2. Whisk the egg yolks with the powdered sugar until they become frothy and light. Add the mascarpone to the yolk and sugar mixture, and mix gently until you obtain a smooth cream.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the whipping cream until stiff.
4. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until they form stiff peaks. Ensure that the bowl is clean and dry to achieve the best results.
5. Gently fold the whipped cream and whipped egg whites into the mascarpone cream, mixing delicately from top to bottom so as not to deflate the mixture.
6. In a small bowl, mix the cold coffee with a little coffee liqueur or marsala if you wish to add an alcoholic touch (this step is optional).
7. Quickly dip the ladyfingers in the coffee without soaking them too much to prevent them from breaking.
8. Line a silicone donut mold or a springform bundt pan with clear film. Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers on the bottom and along the edge of the mold.
9. Pour half of the mascarpone cream into the mold, add another layer of ladyfingers, and cover with the remaining cream.
10. Level the surface with a spatula and put the ciambella in the freezer for at least 4 hours or until it is well set.
11. Before serving, remove the ciambella from the freezer, take off the mold and film, and let it soften for a few minutes.
12. Dust with unsweetened cocoa powder and garnish with grated dark chocolate or chocolate chips before serving.

Curiosity

Tiramisù, the quintessential Italian spoon dessert, has various legends about its origin. One of the most famous is that it was created in Treviso, and it is known all over the world for its combination of flavors: coffee, mascarpone, and cocoa. This semifreddo version adds a touch of freshness perfect for summer or for a stylish end to a meal.