Cassata
Description:
This delightful Cassata recipe is a treasure I stumbled upon in a magazine while waiting at my doctor’s office. It’s particularly perfect for those of us in New Zealand, where our summers coincide with Christmas, making it an ideal dessert for the festive season. With its refreshing flavors and creamy texture, it’s bound to be a hit at any gathering.
Cooking Times:
| Preparation | Cooking | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | – | 20 mins |
Recipe Category: Frozen Desserts
Keywords: Dessert, Fruit, Nuts, Spring, Summer, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Freezer
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 484.3
- Fat Content: 37.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 20.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 100.6mg
- Sodium Content: 138.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 34.5g
- Fiber Content: 3.7g
- Sugar Content: 26.2g
- Protein Content: 8.4g
Ingredients:
- 1 liter of vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 300g of glace fruit
- 2 tablespoons of essence (vanilla essence recommended)
- 1/2 cup of almonds
- 50g of dark chocolate
Instructions:
-
Soften the ice cream:
Take the vanilla ice cream out of the freezer and allow it to soften at room temperature until it reaches a spreadable consistency. This will make it easier to work with. -
Prepare the ice cream base:
In a bowl, mix the softened ice cream with the essence until well combined. Line the base and sides of a 1-liter pudding basin with the flavored ice cream, ensuring to leave a cavity in the middle for the fruit mixture. A metal basin works best for this recipe. -
Freeze until firm:
Place the prepared basin in the freezer and allow it to freeze until the ice cream is firm and set, typically for about an hour or until it holds its shape. -
Whip the cream:
In another bowl, whip the cream and sugar together until stiff peaks form. This will give the Cassata a light and airy texture. -
Prepare the filling:
Chop the almonds and dark chocolate into small pieces. Then, fold them together with the glace fruit into the whipped cream until evenly distributed. This filling will add a delightful crunch and sweetness to the Cassata. -
Fill the ice cream cavity:
Take the prepared ice cream base from the freezer and fill the cavity in the middle with the whipped cream and fruit mixture. Spread it out evenly, ensuring to cover the entire cavity. -
Final freeze:
Cover the filled basin with foil and return it to the freezer. Allow it to freeze until completely firm, typically for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. -
Serve:
When ready to serve, remove the Cassata from the freezer and dip the basin into very hot water quickly, 2 or 3 times. This will help loosen the Cassata from the basin. Then, invert the basin onto a serving plate and shake it sharply to release the Cassata. -
Slice and enjoy:
To serve, cut the Cassata into wedges using a sharp knife. Each slice will reveal layers of creamy ice cream and delicious fruit filling. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors of this delightful frozen dessert.
This Cassata recipe yields 6 wedges, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends during the festive season or any special occasion. It’s a treat that captures the essence of summer, bringing joy to every bite. So, whip up a batch and indulge in the flavors of this irresistible frozen dessert! 🍨🍓🌰🎄
