Chocolate-Hazelnut Semifreddo
Semifreddo is an decadent ice-cream like dessert. Its very easy to prepare, and very rich! If you love chocolate, give this one a try. Prep time does not include initial 1 hour freeze time or the overnight freezing time.
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READY IN: 17mins
SERVES: 8
YIELD: 1 semifreddo
UNITS: US
INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 1(13 ounce) jar chocolate hazelnut spread (like Nutella)
- 2ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled
- 2cups heavy cream
- 8tablespoons chocolate syrup (home made or store bought)
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DIRECTIONS
- Line 8x4 inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, extending the wrap at the sides and ends of the pan.
- In a bowl, mix hazelnut spread and melted chocolate.
- In a second bowl, beat cream just until stiff peaks form.
- Stir a large spoonful of whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
- Fold the remaining cream into the chocolate mixture, half at a time (mixture will not be uniformly blended).
- Pour mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Freeze for 1 hour.
- Remove from freezer and cover top with plastic wrap, and freeze overnight until firm.
- To serve: remove plastic wrap from top and invert semifreddo on to a platter.
- Remove remaining plastic wrap.
- Let stand a few minutes at room temperature (not more than 10) to soften slightly.
- Cut into 1-inch thick slices and place on plates, drizzle each serving with 1 Tablespoon of chocolate sauce and garnish with a few fresh strawberries.
- Serve immediately.