Biscuit Tortoni

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4

Biscuit Tortoni - A classic Italian frozen dessert perfect for hot summer days.

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

6 hours 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

436

Sugar

32g

Fat

29g

Biscuit Tortoni is a classic Italian frozen dessert that dates back to the 1940s. It is made with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, ground cookies, toasted almonds, and melted chocolate chips. The combination of flavors and textures creates a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion, from a casual family dinner to a fancy dinner party. This dessert has a rich history and is a favorite among Italian-American families.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	Spread the chopped almonds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10 minutes.
3.	In a food processor, pulse the amarettini cookies until finely ground.
4.	In a small bowl, combine the ground cookies with the dark rum.
5.	In a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips and set aside to cool.
6.	In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
7.	Add the brandy to the whipped cream and beat until well combined.
8.	In a separate large bowl, stir together the softened vanilla ice cream, the chocolate chips, the ground cookie mixture, and the toasted almonds.
9.	Fold in the whipped cream mixture until well combined.
10.	Spoon the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and freeze for 6 hours or overnight.
11.	Serve the Biscuit Tortoni frozen, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of toasted almonds.

PROS

Biscuit Tortoni is a rich and creamy frozen dessert that is easy to prepare and perfect for hot summer days.

It has a deliciously crunchy texture thanks to the ground amarettini cookies and toasted almonds.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Also, it requires some time to freeze.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Biscuit Tortoni is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutritious ingredients like almonds, which are rich in vitamin E, fiber, and magnesium.
In addition, dark chocolate has been linked to improving heart health and reducing inflammation.

	1/2 cup chopped blanched almonds
	5 ounces amarettini cookies
	3 tablespoons dark rum
	3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
	1 cup heavy cream , chilled
	3 tablespoons brandy
	1 quart vanilla ice cream , softened