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Lemon-Olive Oil Semifreddo with Blueberry Compote

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  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing, creamy Lemon-Olive Oil Semifreddo topped with a vibrant blueberry compote. This no-churn frozen dessert is the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and silky richness.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • Zest from 2 lemons
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt


Instructions

  1. Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks and set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks, sugar, and lemon zest until pale and thick.
  3. Stir in olive oil and vanilla extract into the yolk mixture.
  4. Gently fold in the whipped cream without deflating the mixture.
  5. Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap and pour in the semifreddo mixture. Smooth the top and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  6. To make the compote, combine blueberries, honey, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened. Let cool.
  7. Slice the semifreddo, spoon blueberry compote over each serving, and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
  • Let the semifreddo sit for 5 minutes at room temperature before slicing.
  • Blueberry compote can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg