Orange Semifreddo
Description
Semifreddo is a classic Italian frozen dessert. You don't need an ice cream maker, and it can be prepared in differently shaped molds for special occasions.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup orange juice
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1 (1/4 ounce) package unflavored gelatin
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2 eggs, separated
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1 egg yolk
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1/2 cup white sugar
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 teaspoon orange extract
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1 orange, cut into wedges
Directions
1
Pour orange juice into a saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin powder on top. Let stand until softened, about 1 minute. Place over low heat; stir constantly until granules are completely dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool, about 1 hour.
2
Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until foamy. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Combine egg yolks and sugar in a large bowl; beat using an electric mixer until pale and fluffy. Set aside.
3
Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold into the large bowl with the egg yolk-sugar mixture, followed by the stiff egg whites. Fold orange-gelatin mixture and orange extract into the large bowl with the egg yolk-cream mixture.
4
Pour mixture into a mold and freeze 8 hours to overnight. When it's time to serve, dip mold in hot water to loosen bottom and sides; turn out onto a serving plate. Decorate with orange wedges.