If you're seeking a delightful and refined dessert experience, look no further than halvah semifreddo with hazelnuts. Originating from the Middle East, halvah is a delectable confection composed of crushed sesame seeds combined with sugar or honey. When blended with semifreddo, an Italian frozen dessert similar to ice cream, it creates a symphony of textures and flavors. The result is a creamy, airy dessert with a tantalizing nutty crunch from the toasted hazelnuts. Whether you are a seasoned dessert connoisseur or simply searching for a unique and indulgent treat, this halvah semifreddo with hazelnuts recipe will guide you through the steps of creating this culinary masterpiece.
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HALVAH SEMIFREDDO WITH HAZELNUTS
Aglaia Kremezi, a historian of Greek food who eschewed sesame desserts as a child, is now an enthusiast. In her own kitchen, she has rethought the traditional tahini filling for a Lenten cinnamon roll called tahinopita, and developed a super-easy recipe for halvah semifreddo, a frozen emulsion of fresh whipped cream and crystalline halvah. It is a spectacular dessert to serve at a dinner party, and the sesame undertones will surprise and delight guests.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories snack, dessert
Time 30m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line a small loaf pan with plastic wrap. In a bowl, mash the halva with a strong fork until crumbled.
- Stir in the nuts (reserve some for topping), while continuing to mash, mixing the nuts and halvah together until almost smooth.
- Beat the cream to soft peaks and fold into the halvah mixture. Pour into the loaf pan and bang the pan on the counter several times to distribute the mixture evenly. Transfer to the freezer and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours. (To keep longer, wrap semifreddo in plastic wrap and keep for up to 1 month.)
- To serve whole, place the frozen loaf in a serving dish. Drizzle chocolate sauce or spoon fruit preserves on top, if desired. Arrange hazelnuts on top and slice at the table. Alternatively, serve as individual slices and pass toppings at the table.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 137, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 5 milligrams, Sugar 27 grams
HAZELNUT SEMIFREDDO
Steps:
- Grease a 10-inch spring form pan and line with parchment paper.
- In a food processor grind the hazelnuts and 3/4 cup sugar together, pulsing to avoid over blending so it does not become a paste. Whip the cream using a mixer fitted with a whisk attachment or a hand mixer, until fluffy, soft peaks. Transfer to the refrigerator.
- In a clean dry bowl, whip the egg whites until soft peaks form. Add the vanilla extract and 1/4 cup sugar and continue whipping until glossy and stiff, about 30 seconds more. Fold into the whipped cream, then fold in the ground nut mixture. Spoon the mixture into the spring form pan. Smooth the top. Freeze at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Warm Glossy Chocolate Sauce: In the top half of a double boiler, combine the 2 chocolates over simmering water. Stir constantly until melted, then whisk in the corn syrup and water. Whisk until smooth and shiny.
- When ready to eat, remove the collar and serve frozen with chocolate sauce.
- *RAW EGG WARNING
- Food Network Kitchens suggest caution in consuming raw and lightly-cooked eggs due to the slight risk of Salmonella or other food-borne illness. To reduce this risk, we recommend you use only fresh, properly-refrigerated, clean, grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell.
HAZELNUT SEMIFREDDO
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 38m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Put the hazelnuts in a single layer on a small sheet pan. Toast the nuts for 8 minutes, until they are lightly golden. Pour the nuts onto a clean kitchen towel and rub them to remove the peels. Put the hazelnuts in a large sealable plastic bag, seal the bag, and pound the nuts with a rolling pin until roughly crushed. Set aside.
- Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop the ice cream into 16 equal-size balls (8 of each flavor) and arrange in a single layer on a cold plate lined with plastic wrap. Cover the ice cream balls with more plastic wrap and freeze again until firm.
- In a medium bowl, whip the cream, a pinch of salt, sugar and 2 tablespoons hazelnut liqueur to stiff peaks, but do not over beat.
- To serve, put 2 scoops each of hazelnut (or coffee) and vanilla ice creams into each glass. Add to the top of each 1 tablespoon hazelnut liqueur and 2 tablespoons crushed hazelnuts. Pour 1/4 cup espresso into each bowl. Top the ice cream with a dollop of whipped cream and shaved chocolate. Serve immediately.
- Entertaining Notes: If you are doing this for a larger party you can pre-scoop the ice cream right into the glasses and store, covered, in the freezer.
MARSHMALLOW SEMIFREDDO WITH HAZELNUTS, DRIED APRICOTS, AND CHOCOLATE
Provided by The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Time 4h30m
Yield Makes 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using electric mixer, beat cream and orange peel in medium bowl until peaks form. Add marshmallow creme; beat to blend. Fold in grated chocolate, nuts, and apricots. Spread in 8-inch springform pan. Cover; freeze until firm, at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.
- Whisk chopped chocolate, liqueur, and 2 tablespoons water in small saucepan over low heat until smooth. Cut around semifreddo to loosen; release pan sides. Cut into wedges; spoon warm sauce over.
CHOCOLATE-HAZELNUT SEMIFREDDO
Semifreddo is an decadent ice-cream like dessert. Its very easy to prepare, and very rich! If you love chocolate, give this one a try. Prep time does not include initial 1 hour freeze time or the overnight freezing time.
Provided by Dee514
Categories Frozen Desserts
Time 17m
Yield 1 semifreddo, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line 8x4 inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, extending the wrap at the sides and ends of the pan.
- In a bowl, mix hazelnut spread and melted chocolate.
- In a second bowl, beat cream just until stiff peaks form.
- Stir a large spoonful of whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
- Fold the remaining cream into the chocolate mixture, half at a time (mixture will not be uniformly blended).
- Pour mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Freeze for 1 hour.
- Remove from freezer and cover top with plastic wrap, and freeze overnight until firm.
- To serve: remove plastic wrap from top and invert semifreddo on to a platter.
- Remove remaining plastic wrap.
- Let stand a few minutes at room temperature (not more than 10) to soften slightly.
- Cut into 1-inch thick slices and place on plates, drizzle each serving with 1 Tablespoon of chocolate sauce and garnish with a few fresh strawberries.
- Serve immediately.
MY NUTTY SEMIFREDDO
I found this recipe quite some time ago and have turned it into my own. It is utterly delicious. I tend to eat it while it is still a little runny; if you want a firmer texture, freeze overnight. Put in a fancy glass for a great dessert.
Provided by Tatiana
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 5h53m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Lightly grease a baking sheet with oil. Line a 10-inch springform tin with plastic wrap.
- Combine 1 cup sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, without stirring, until sugar dissolves and syrup starts to bubble and turn golden brown, about 8 minutes. Stir in hazelnuts. Remove from heat and pour evenly onto the oiled baking sheet. Let praline cool until solid, about 15 minutes.
- Place half of the hazelnut praline in a food processor; blend into a fine powder. Pour into a bowl. Blend remaining praline into coarse chunks.
- Beat heavy cream in large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until firm peaks form.
- Combine egg yolks and remaining 1 cup sugar in another bowl; beat with the electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and pale, 3 to 5 minutes. Fold into whipped cream.
- Beat egg whites in another bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Fold into the whipped cream and egg yolk mixture. Fold in hazelnut powder and hazelnuts chunks. Spoon into the prepared springform tin; cover with plastic wrap.
- Freeze until semifreddo hold its shape, about 1 hour. Stir well. Return to freezer and freeze, stirring every hour, until firm, 4 to 5 hours more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 887.7 calories, Carbohydrate 61.9 g, Cholesterol 287.9 mg, Fat 68.1 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 21.4 g, Sodium 99.2 mg, Sugar 52.9 g
Tips:
- For the best texture, use a high-quality chocolate with at least 70% cocoa solids.
- Make sure the cream is very cold before whipping it. This will help it reach stiff peaks more easily.
- To get a smooth and creamy semifreddo, fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture gently. Overmixing can cause the mixture to become grainy.
- If you don't have a loaf pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
- Halvah semifreddo can be made up to 3 days in advance. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap and store it in the freezer.
Conclusion:
Halvah semifreddo is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite flavors. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give halvah semifreddo a try.
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