Coffee Semifreddo Recipe
This Coffee Semifreddo is a creamy, indulgent dessert with layers of whipped cream, rich coffee custard, and crunchy pecan pralines. It’s perfect for coffee lovers, with added chocolate-covered espresso beans for extra flavor. Easy to make, it freezes overnight and offers a refreshing, decadent treat whenever you’re ready.
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Calories: 450kcal
Servings: 8 servings
Equipment
- Medium-sized Pot
- Candy thermometer
- Large Bowl
- Electric or stand mixer
- Glass bowl
- Large saucepan
- 9x5x3-inch metal loaf pan
- Plastic Wrap
- Sheet pan
- Wax paper
- Crumbled pecan pralines (for layering)
- Chocolate-covered espresso beans (crushed)
Ingredients
Pecan Pralines:
- 1 cup cane sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- a pinch of kosher salt
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
- a candy thermometer
Coffee Semifreddo:
- 1 3/4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cane sugar
- 8 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee cooled
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- crumbled pecan pralines
- 1 cup chocolate-covered espresso beans crushed into pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the Pecan Pralines: Line a sheet pan with wax paper. Cook cream, cane sugar, brown sugar, and salt in a pot until it reaches 240°F. Stir in butter, vanilla, and pecans. Spoon onto the prepared pan to form 6-8 pralines.
- Prepare the Semifreddo Pan: Line a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving an overhang. Sprinkle the bottom with crumbled pecan pralines and chocolate-covered espresso beans.
- Make the Custard: Mix egg yolks, cooled coffee, cane sugar, and salt in a glass bowl. Place over simmering water and whisk until thickened and reaches 170°F. Beat until cool and doubled in volume.
- Whip the Cream: Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Refrigerate.
- Combine and Layer: Fold the whipped cream into the cooled custard mixture. Layer the mixture in the loaf pan, alternating with crumbled pralines and crushed espresso beans. Tap to remove air pockets.
- Freeze: Fold the plastic wrap overhang over the top to cover. Freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 180mg | Sodium: 90mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 40g