Jul 17 2026
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Chocolate Tartufo Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

Hazelnut semifreddo

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Ingredients

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Ingredients for Chocolate Tartufo

Method

Directions to Prepare Chocolate Tartufo

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chocolate Base

    In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a double boiler until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Whip the Cream

    In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form. Fold in vanilla extract and chopped hazelnuts.

  3. 3

    Make the Semifreddo Mixture

    In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks until pale. Gradually add the melted chocolate to the yolks, whisking continuously until well combined.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.

  5. 5

    Chill the Mixture

    Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan or individual molds, smoothing the top. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Once set, remove from the freezer and let sit for a few minutes at room temperature. Dust with cocoa powder before slicing and serving.

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