White Currant and Whisky Semifreddo

A stunning, stress-free frozen dessert featuring white currant and whisky cordial, topped with macerated fruit.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 355.4 kcals 2132.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 23.7 grams 142.1 grams
Fat 23.1 grams 138.5 grams
Protein 3 grams 18.2 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
40
g
Sugar
For the cordial
60
g
Caster Sugar
For the semifreddo
Dairy
4
piece
Egg
Free-range yolks only
250
ml
Double Cream
Whipped to thick ribbons
Fruits
75
g
White Currants
For the cordial
0.5
piece
Lemon
Zest only
75
g
White Currants
For the garnish
Liquids
150
ml
Whisky
For the cordial
Vegetables
0.5
tsp

Steps

  • Line six 125ml pudding moulds with clingfilm.
  • Heat whisky, currants, sugar, lemon zest, and ginger in a pan without boiling.
  • Strain the mixture through a fine sieve to extract juice and cool.
  • Whisk egg yolks and sugar over simmering water until pale and thick.
  • Remove from heat and continue whisking until the mixture is cool.
  • Mix 125ml of the cordial into the egg mixture one tablespoon at a time.
  • Fold in whipped cream, pour into moulds, and freeze overnight.
  • Macerate garnish currants in the remaining cordial overnight in the fridge.
  • Serve the semifreddos topped with the macerated currants.