Tiramoussa Semifreddo – Hopefully Hand Made
As you're probably starting to realize, I really love the flavor combinations in tiramisu, and I've featured them in multiple video recipes. While I love the classic version, I'm not the biggest fan of soggy ladyfinger cookies in a dessert, which is something I think I caught from Michele, but anyway, I love the combination of coffee and marsala wine in any sweet treat. Especially if that sweet treat is a feather-light semifreddo.
If you're not familiar, semifreddo is basically a frozen mousse, hence the recipe's name, and it's probably the easiest way to make something similar to ice cream without an ice cream maker, or any other special equipment. You do need a few mixing bowls, and the ability to work a whisk, or an electric mixer, but other than that, the procedure is dead simple.
Regarding the electric mixer, I much prefer to do this by hand, since both the whites and cream only take a few minutes to whip up, and you're much less likely to over-whisk. If you go too far with the cream, you'll be enjoying butter, and over-whipped whites become dry and grainy, and more difficult to fold in. So, don't do either of those things. But, whether you enjoy the convenience of power tools, or go manual, I really loved this technique, and this great dessert, and hope you give it a try soon. Enjoy!
Ingredients
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4 large eggs, separated
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2 ½ teaspoons instant dark roast coffee
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½ cup white sugar
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1 tablespoon marsala wine
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¼ pinch salt
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1 ¼ cups heavy cream
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
![Various glass bowls filled with ingredients to make Tiramoussa Semifreddo.]()
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Combine egg yolks, instant dark roast coffee, marsala wine, and sugar in a metal bowl and whisk together until smooth.
![Whisked egg yolks in a metal bowl with metal whisk.]()
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Place bowl in the top of a double boiler over lightly simmering water. Whisk constantly until mixture thickens and drippings from the whisk form ribbons on the surface that are visible for 1/2 second to 1 second, about 10 minutes. If you are "brave", you can set the bowl directly over medium-low heat and thicken the egg cream that way, but you have to be careful so you don't end up with scrambled eggs. This last method is slightly faster and will take about 6 to 7 minutes.
![Thickened custard in a metal bowl with metal whisk.]()
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Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until foamy. Gradually add salt and continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
![Egg whites beaten to a soft peak in a glass bowl.]()
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Beat heavy cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until medium-stiff peaks form.
![Heavy cream beaten to stiff peaks in a glass bowl.]()
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Using a spatula, fold in egg yolk mixture until combined.
![A person folding egg whites into a custard.]()
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Add half of the egg whites and fold in until combined. Then fold in remaining egg whites until well combined.
![Tiramoussa Semifreddo mixture in a glass bowl.]()
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Transfer mixture into small 4 ounce jam jars and close with lids. Freeze for 4 hours or overnight.
![Tiramoussa Semifreddo in glass jars.]()
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Garnish and enjoy!
![Tiramoussa Semifreddo in glass jars.]()
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Cook's Notes:
I used Starbuck's® Dark Italian Roast Instant coffee.
The salt amount added to the egg whites is NOT a full "pinch." It is a very small pinch, like a 1/4 of a pinch. May be omitted.
This can be also made by pouring the mixture into a cold, plastic lined loaf pan, and then served by cutting it into slices once frozen.
Shaved chocolate, cookie crumbs, or crushed candy bars can be folded in at the end for a more decadent dessert.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 173 | Calories |
| 13g | Fat |
| 11g | Carbs |
| 3g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
| Calories 173 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 13g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 8g | 38% |
| Cholesterol 115mg | 38% |
| Sodium 43mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 11g | 4% |
| Protein 3g | 6% |
| Potassium 58mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
