Lemon and Amaretti Semifreddo with Raspberry Sauce |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Although the name means half-frozen, a semifreddo is made by freezing a mousse-like custard in a mold. The result is an airy confection, which may explain the impression that it is only semifreddo. Ingredients:
2 10-ounce packages frozen raspberries in syrup, thawed |
4 large egg whites |
1 cup powdered sugar, divided |
2 cups chilled heavy whipping cream |
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel |
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1 cup coarsely crushed amaretti cookies (italian macaroons; about 3 ounces), divided |
Directions:
1. Puree raspberries with syrup in blender. Strain puree into medium bowl; discard seeds. Cover; chill. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep chilled.)
2. Line 7- to 8-cup loaf pan or other mold with 2 layers of plastic wrap, leaving long overhang. Freeze pan. Using electric mixer, beat egg whites in medium bowl until soft peaks form. Add 1/4 cup powdered sugar; beat until stiff but not dry. Using same beaters, beat cream and remaining 3/4 cup powdered sugar in large bowl until peaks form. Fold in lemon peel and cinnamon. Fold large spoonful of cream mixture into whites, then fold whites back into cream in 2 additions. Fold in 3/4 cup amaretti. Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap overhang, then foil. Freeze at least 4 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep frozen.)
3. Remove foil and open plastic. Turn semifreddo out onto platter. Remove pan; peel off plastic. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup amaretti. Serve semifreddo with sauce.
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