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Semifreddo (pronounced [ˌsemiˈfreddo], Italian: half cold) is a class of frozen desserts similar to ice cream[1]. The main ingredients are egg yolks, sugar, and cream. It has the texture of frozen mousse. The dessert's Spanish counterpart is called semifrío.[2][3] It was created around the 19th century. However, it did not gain popularity until the early 20th century.[4]

Semifreddo

Course	Dessert
Place of origin	Italy
Main ingredients	Egg yolks and cream
Media: Semifreddo

The parfait in that the Italian meringue is missing, which is replaced with pâte à bombe.[5]

The biscotto ghiacciato instead contains Italian meringue, semi-whipped cream and fruit puree.[6]

See also

• Ice cream
• Frozen custard
• Parfait
• List of custard desserts
• List of Italian desserts

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