Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Smashin’ Semifreddo

If you’re after a no-bake dessert that feels like a total treat, Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Smashin’ Semifreddo is your golden ticket. This creamy frozen delight is loaded with Crunchie bar shards, sweet glacé cherries, toasted hazelnuts, and whipped cream. I whipped this up for a weekend barbecue and it was a smash hit—pun fully intended! (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

• 5 x 40g Crunchie bars (chilled)
• 200g glacé Morello cherries
• 100g blanched hazelnuts
• 4 large eggs
• 600ml double cream

How To Make Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Smashin’ Semifreddo

1. Prep Your Ingredients:
   Start by placing a 30cm serving dish in the freezer to chill. Smash the Crunchie bars into rough dust using a rolling pin (while they’re still cold). Finely chop the glacé cherries and toast the hazelnuts in a dry frying pan until golden. Once toasted, roughly chop or crush the hazelnuts for that lovely crunch.
2. Whip the Egg Whites:
   Separate the eggs, placing the whites into one bowl and yolks in another. Add a pinch of sea salt to the egg whites and whisk until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
3. Whip the Cream and Yolks:
   In a clean bowl, whisk the double cream until soft peaks form—don’t over-whip! In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until slightly pale, then gently fold them into the whipped egg whites.
4. Fold It All Together:
   Now comes the fun part. Gently fold the whipped cream into the egg mixture, being careful not to deflate it. Then stir in the smashed Crunchie bars, chopped cherries, and toasted hazelnuts. Try to keep as much air in the mix as possible for that light, mousse-like texture.
5. Freeze Until Set:
   Transfer the semifreddo mixture into your chilled serving dish. Smooth the top, cover it tightly, and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until completely set. This can easily be made a couple of days ahead.
6. Thaw & Serve:
   Move the semifreddo to the fridge about 2 hours before serving. This allows it to soften just enough for slicing. For a bit of extra flair, sprinkle on more chopped Crunchie, cherries, or hazelnuts before serving.

Why I Love This Recipe

I made this semifreddo for a summer party and it was a total crowd-pleaser. It feels like a frozen mousse-meets-ice-cream dream, with bits of chewy cherry and crunchy honeycomb in every bite. Best of all, there’s no baking involved—just mix, freeze, and enjoy.

Recipe Tips

• Don’t over-whip the cream—stop at soft peaks for the best texture.
• Toast the hazelnuts—this simple step deepens their flavour and adds crunch.
• Fold gently—keep everything light and airy by mixing slowly.
• Freeze well—at least 4 hours to make sure it’s fully set.
• Thaw in the fridge—this gives the perfect semifreddo texture: creamy and scoopable.

How To Store This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Smashin’ Semifreddo

• In the Freezer: Store semifreddo in a tightly covered dish or wrap with plastic and foil. It’ll keep beautifully for up to 2 weeks.
• To Serve Again: Move to the fridge 1.5–2 hours before serving to soften just right.
• Avoid Re-Freezing: Once thawed, try not to refreeze—just enjoy the leftovers soon!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Can I use different chocolate bars?
  Absolutely—try Mars bars, Daim, or even chopped-up Toblerone.
• What if I don’t have glacé cherries?
  Use dried cherries, chopped dried figs, or even dried apricots.
• Can I make it nut-free?
  Yes! Just leave out the hazelnuts or swap for something crunchy like granola.
• Do I need a mixer?
  A hand whisk or electric mixer will help, especially for the egg whites and cream.
• Can I make individual servings?
  Totally—just freeze in silicone muffin trays for easy individual portions.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 435 kcal
• Fat: 35.5g
• Saturated Fat: 18.4g
• Protein: 4.9g
• Carbohydrates: 24.6g
• Sugars: 22.9g
• Salt: 0.3g
• Fibre: 0.9g

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