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.

Semifreddo al Pistacchio
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

  1. Preheat your freezer to a low setting to prepare for chilling the semifreddo.
  2. In a food processor, blend the pistachio nuts until they form a smooth paste, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and erythritol together until the mixture is pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the pistachio paste, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the egg mixture, folding gently to combine.
  5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then carefully fold it into the pistachio mixture until fully combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into a loaf pan lined with plastic wrap, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  8. 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