Zebra Semifreddo

Name: Zebra Semifreddo
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 8 h 20 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar; 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract; 1 c. heavy cream plus 5 tablespoons, divided; 12 mini ice-cream sandwiches; 1 c. semisweet chocolate chips; 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

This semi-homemade dessert is perfect for a low-key dinner party.

By Lyda Jones BurnettePublished: Aug 3, 2022

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zebra semifreddo drizzled in chocolate on a vintage silver platter

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

8 serving(s)

Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

8 hrs 20 mins

A combo of whipped cream and ice-cream sandwiches, this semi-homemade semifreddo is the ultimate easy-to-make dessert. You can assemble it in minutes and then leave it in the freezer up to two days before your dinner party. Drizzle the cinnamon-chocolate drizzle on just before serving, then slice it up and enjoy!

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Ingredients

2 Tbsp. confectioners’ sugar
1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream plus 5 tablespoons, divided
12 mini ice-cream sandwiches
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Step 1 Beat confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and 1 cup cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes.
2. Step 2Line a 9- by 5-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving a 4-inch overhang on all sides. Spread 1/2 cup whipped cream on bottom of prepared pan, and top with 4 ice-cream sandwiches. Repeat two more times, ending with a layer of whipped cream. Freeze at least 8 hours and up to 2 days.
3. Step 3Melt chocolate chips, cinnamon, and remaining 5 tablespoons cream in a microwave-safe bowl on HIGH, stopping to stir halfway through, just until melted and smooth, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Cool slightly.
4. Step 4Remove ice-cream cake from freezer and lift onto serving plate; discard plastic. Drizzle chocolate sauce over top. Slice with a serrated knife.