Gift Packets with Pavesini
Category: Desserts
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Peeled almonds | 85g |
| Sugar | 40g |
| Fresh liquid cream | 220g |
| Sugar | 65g |
| Egg yolks | 52g |
| Water | 25g |
| Peeled almonds (for the base) | 60g |
| Butter | 30g |
| Pavesini biscuits | 10 |
| Pavesini biscuits | 10 |
| Fondant icing | 100g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Almond Crunch:
- In a small saucepan, add 40g of sugar and the peeled almonds. Place the mixture on a sheet of parchment paper or a Silpat mat and let it cool to room temperature.
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Cook the Water-Sugar Mixture:
- In a saucepan, heat 25g of water. Meanwhile, beat the egg yolks with an electric mixer until they are completely crumbled and smooth.
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Whip the Cream:
- In a separate bowl, whip the fresh cream until it forms soft peaks.
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Combine and Mix:
- Once the almond crunch has cooled, finely chop the almonds. In a large bowl, combine the egg yolk mixture, whipped cream, and chopped almonds from the crunch. Blend everything together into a smooth mixture.
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Chill the Mixture:
- Place the mixture into the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up.
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Fill the Molds:
- After 10 minutes, take your molds and fill them with the almond mixture, ensuring the molds are filled to the top. Place the molds in the freezer for at least 2 hours, allowing the semifreddo to set.
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Shape the Semifreddo:
- Once the semifreddo has frozen, carefully remove the molds with a butter knife. Once removed, attach two Pavesini biscuits horizontally to each side of the semifreddo to create a frame around it.
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Prepare the Fondant Ribbon:
- Roll out the fondant icing with a rolling pin to a thickness of 2mm. Cut long strips that are 20 cm in length and 0.5 cm in width. Take a slightly wider strip and fold it to create a bow shape. Press in the center to form the loop of the bow.
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Assemble the Gift Packet:
- Wrap the fondant bow around the semifreddo, using the leftover fondant to form the ribbon tail. Press the ends gently to secure the shape of the bow.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once assembled, your beautiful gift packets with Pavesini are ready to be served! These elegant dessert parcels make for a delightful treat, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
These delightful “Gift Packets with Pavesini” are a stunning dessert that combines creamy semifreddo with the crunchiness of almonds and the delicate sweetness of Pavesini biscuits. Perfect for any occasion or as a special homemade gift, this treat will be sure to impress.
