Description
Indulge in this Coffee Semifreddo, a creamy dessert pairing rich coffee with crunchy pecan pralines.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Cane sugar
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar
- 1 cup Evaporated milk
- 1 pinch Kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons Butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup Powdered sugar
- 6 large Egg yolks
- 1 cup Strong brewed coffee (cooled)
- 1/2 cup Crumpled pecan pralines
- 1/2 cup Chocolate-covered espresso beans (crushed)
Instructions
- Prepare Pralines: Line a sheet pan with wax paper. In a pot, cook cream, cane sugar, brown sugar, and salt until it reaches 240°F. Stir in butter, vanilla, and chopped pecans, then spoon the mixture onto the prepared pan to create 6-8 pralines.
- Line the Loaf Pan: Take a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan and line it with plastic wrap, leaving an overhang. Sprinkle the bottom generously with crumbled pecan pralines and crushed chocolate-covered espresso beans for an extra crunch.
- Make the Custard: In a glass bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, cooled coffee, cane sugar, and salt. Set the bowl over simmering water and whisk until thickened and it reaches 170°F. Beat the mixture until it cools and doubles in volume.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Refrigerate while you prepare the custard.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled custard mixture. Layer this creamy delight in the loaf pan, alternating with crumbled pralines and crushed espresso beans. Tap the pan to remove any air pockets.
- Freeze the Semifreddo: Fold the overhanging plastic wrap over the top to cover the dessert entirely. Freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight to ensure it sets perfectly.
- Optional: Garnish with additional crushed chocolate-covered espresso beans before serving for an added touch of elegance.
Notes
- Ensure the coffee is cooled before mixing with egg yolks.
- Use a thermometer to check the custard temperature.
- Freezing overnight yields the best texture.
- Prep Time: 45 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
Keywords: Coffee Semifreddo, dessert, semifreddo, coffee dessert, pecan pralines