The frozen dessert traditionally made from sweetened cream folded with whipped egg whites and served semi-frozen is semifreddo.
Semifreddo is an Italian dessert whose name means “half cold” or “half frozen.” Its characteristic texture comes from combining a rich base, often custard or sweetened cream, with whipped cream and sometimes whipped egg whites. The mixture is frozen without being churned like conventional ice cream.
Because it contains a relatively high proportion of incorporated air and fat, semifreddo remains softer and more mousse-like than many fully frozen desserts. It is commonly prepared in a loaf mold, sliced, and served with fruit, chocolate, nuts, or sauces.
Semifreddo is related to several frozen mousses and parfaits, so recipes vary considerably. The key distinction is its semi-frozen, aerated structure rather than one mandatory flavor or shape.