Strawberry Basil Semifreddo with Honey Drizzle

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A refreshing no-bake Italian semifreddo combining fresh strawberries and fragrant basil, finished with a light honey drizzle. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped, fresh basil leaves, chopped, egg yolks into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 270 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Serves 8 Italian cuisine 270 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk 4 large egg yolks and 3/4 cup granulated sugar vigorously over a double boiler for 5-6 minutes until the mixture thickens, is pale, and ribbons form when drizzled.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and gently fold in 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whip 1 1/2 cups heavy cream to soft peaks using an electric mixer.
  4. Step 4: Fold the whipped cream into the egg yolk mixture carefully to maintain airiness.
  5. Step 5: Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh strawberries and 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves until evenly distributed.
  6. Step 6: Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan lined with plastic wrap and smooth the top. Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
  7. Step 7: Before serving, drizzle 3 tbsp honey over slices of semifreddo for a glossy finish and extra sweetness.

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