Semifreddo is a class of frozen desserts similar to ice cream that originated in Italy. It is made with egg yolks, sugar, and cream, and has the texture of frozen mousse or cake. Semifreddo is light in texture, with more air incorporated into the mixture, giving it a lighter feel than ice cream, which is denser in texture due to its higher fat content and lower air content. Semifreddo is fully frozen, but it has a creamy, velvety consistency thats sophisticated and decadent. It is traditionally made in a loaf tin and has mix-ins like fruit sauce and nuts. Semifreddo can be served in the form of ice cream cakes or tarts, and there are many different recipes that use different bases to mix with the whipped cream. Semifreddo is a great dessert to make at home because it doesnt require an ice cream maker or other specialty equipment.