Semifreddo al Pistacchio
Semifreddo al Pistacchio is a delightful Italian semi-frozen dessert with a rich pistachio flavor, perfect for a low-carb indulgence. Its creamy texture and nutty essence will transport you to an Italian café with every bite.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Italian
270 kcal
Ingredients
- Pistachio nuts - 50 grams
- Heavy cream (whipping cream) - 200 ml
- Eggs - 2 large
- Erythritol - 30 grams
- Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - a pinch
Steps
- Preheat your freezer to a low setting to prepare for chilling the semifreddo.
- In a food processor, blend the pistachio nuts until they form a smooth paste, scraping down the sides as needed.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and erythritol together until the mixture is pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Add the pistachio paste, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the egg mixture, folding gently to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then carefully fold it into the pistachio mixture until fully combined.
- Pour the mixture into a loaf pan lined with plastic wrap, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- To serve, remove the semifreddo from the pan, slice it, and enjoy as a delightful low-carb dessert.
Nutrition
- Calories: 270
- Protein: 6 g
- Carbs: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
- Total Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Water: 0.1 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in healthy fats from pistachios, which can support heart health.
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
Tags
ItalianLow CarbDessert