Peach Semifreddo

Peach semifreddo is a no-churn frozen Italian dessert, half-cold and half-creamy. Roasted peaches bring the sweetness, and whipped eggs and cream give it an airy, soft texture. It takes about 20 minutes of active prep, then 4 hours in the freezer to set.

Why You'll Love Peach Semifreddo

No ice cream maker needed: you fold whipped cream and roasted peach puree into whipped eggs, then freeze. It's a make-ahead dessert, ready to pull from the freezer whenever you want it.

Tips and Tricks

• Make sure the peach puree is fully cooled before folding it into the egg mixture.
• Whip the cream to soft peaks to keep the texture light and airy.
• Double-line your container with plastic wrap for easy removal.

Variations

• Swap bourbon for amaretto or peach liqueur for a different flavor profile.
• Add chopped toasted almonds or pistachios for crunch.
• Try mixing in fresh herbs like basil or mint for a bright twist.

Substitutions

• Use coconut cream instead of dairy cream for a dairy-free version.
• Replace sugar with honey or maple syrup to taste.
• Lemon juice can be swapped with orange juice for a sweeter citrus note.

Best served with

• Fresh peach slices
• Espresso or strong black coffee
• Almond biscotti
• Light sparkling wine or Prosecco

How to Store Leftovers

• Store semifreddo in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 days. Let soften at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

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Peach Semifreddo

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Peach semifreddo is a silky, no-churn frozen Italian dessert that's half-cold, half-creamy. Roasted peaches bring natural sweetness and depth, while whipped eggs and cream create an airy, soft texture. It's a make-ahead dessert that freezes for at least 4 hours before serving.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Freeze 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Servings: 6

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 2057

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 6 Peaches quartered
• ½ cup Sugar
• 1 Peach chopped
• 4 Eggs
• ½ cup Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Bourbon
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• Pinch Kosher salt

Equipment

• Roasting pan
• Freezer-safe container
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Mixing Bowls
• Blender

Method

 

Roast the Peaches

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a roasting pan and place the quartered peaches in it. Sprinkle with sugar. Roast for 10 minutes until soft and fragrant.
2. Remove from oven and set aside 1 peach worth of chunks for the sauce. Transfer the remaining peaches to a blender and puree until smooth. Let cool completely.

Make the Semifreddo Base

1. In a mixing bowl, whip eggs and sugar with an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the cooled peach puree, lemon juice, lemon zest, bourbon, and a pinch of kosher salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. Fold the whipped cream into the peach-egg mixture in thirds, gently folding to maintain airiness.

Freeze

1. Line a freezer-safe container with plastic wrap. Transfer the semifreddo mixture to the container and smooth the top. Freeze for a minimum of 4 hours or until firm but scoopable.

Serve

1. Remove from freezer 5 minutes before serving. Slice and spoon the reserved chopped peaches as a sauce over each portion. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 2057kcalCarbohydrates: 316gProtein: 17gFat: 91gSaturated Fat: 56gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 269mgSodium: 206mgPotassium: 1533mgFiber: 16gSugar: 297gVitamin A: 6934IUVitamin C: 53mgCalcium: 211mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Storage: Semifreddo is meant to live in the freezer, keep it tightly wrapped or in a covered container for up to 2 weeks. Let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before slicing so it's scoopable but still holds its shape.

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