Description
Strawberry Rosewater Semifreddo is a light and elegant frozen dessert combining ripe strawberries, floral rosewater, and airy whipped cream. With no ice cream machine required, this refined treat delivers a creamy, mousse-like texture that’s perfect for warm weather or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 400 g fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped (about 3 cups)
- 120 g granulated sugar (½ cup + 2 tablespoons), divided
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 480 ml heavy whipping cream (2 cups), well chilled
- 1½ teaspoons rosewater
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon fine salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, 2 tablespoons sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for 8–10 minutes until softened. Blend until smooth and let cool completely.
- In a heatproof bowl, whisk egg yolks with remaining sugar. Place over simmering water and whisk for 5–7 minutes until pale and thick. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and salt, and let cool slightly.
- Whip cold cream to soft peaks and refrigerate.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites to stiff but glossy peaks.
- Fold the cooled strawberry purée and rosewater into the egg yolk mixture.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream in two additions.
- Fold in the beaten egg whites just until combined.
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang. Pour the mixture into the pan and smooth the top.
- Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours, or until firm.
- Before serving, let sit at room temperature for 5–7 minutes. Unmold and slice.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for best flavor, or thawed frozen strawberries with excess liquid drained.
- Ensure all mixtures are cooled before folding to maintain airiness.
- Swap rosewater with orange blossom water for a different floral touch.
- Top with fresh berries or chopped pistachios for extra texture and presentation.
- Store well wrapped to prevent ice crystals from forming.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
