Yogurt-Peach Semifreddo
A luxurious frozen dessert that combines creamy Greek yogurt, fresh peaches, and mint in a light, refreshing semifreddo. This elegant Italian-style frozen treat features swirls of peach purée throughout a smooth yogurt base.
Ingredients
- •2 whole ripe peaches
- •1¼ cups sugar
- •3 large egg whites
- •⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- •1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- •3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- •1 cup fresh mint leaves
- •1 piece loaf pan
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Line 8 1/2x4 1/2" loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving a generous overhang on all sides.
5 min
- 2.
Cook peaches and 1/4 cup sugar in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until peaches are softened and sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a blender and purée until smooth. Let cool.
15 min
- 3.
Meanwhile, whisk egg whites, salt, and remaining 1 cup sugar in a medium heatproof bowl (or the bowl of a stand mixer) set over a saucepan of simmering water (do not let bowl touch water). Cook, whisking constantly, until sugar is dissolved and mixture is warm to the touch, 2-4 minutes. Remove bowl from saucepan. Using an electric mixer on high speed, beat egg mixture until tripled in volume, glossy, and completely cool, about 10 minutes.
15 min
- 4.
Whisk yogurt and lemon juice in a large bowl, then stir in mint. Gently fold in egg white mixture until combined.
5 min
- 5.
Transfer half of the yogurt mixture to prepared pan; smooth surface. Swirl half of the peach mixture into yogurt layer with a spoon, then repeat with remaining yogurt and peach mixtures. Fold plastic wrap overhang over top to seal and freeze until firm, at least 8 hours.
480 min
- 6.
Unwrap semifreddo and, using plastic overhang, gently lift from pan. Invert semifreddo onto a cutting board, remove plastic wrap, and let sit at least 10 minutes to soften. Slice into 6 even slices, about 1 1/2" thick; transfer to plates and serve.
15 min
- 7.
Semifreddo can be frozen for up to 3 days.
