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San Vito Lo Capo Caldo Freddo: A Dreamy Sicilian Summer Dessert
Discover the Caldo Freddo from San Vito Lo Capo - a refreshing Sicilian treat that layers gelato, whipped cream, brioche and warm chocolate into pure summer bliss.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 600 g gelato of your preferred flavour
- ✓ 200 ml sweetened whipped cream
- ✓ 100 g dark chocolate
- ✓ 2 tbsp rum
- ✓ 2 brioches
- ✓ 2 tbsp milk
📊 Nutritional Information
Few summer desserts capture the spirit of Sicily as effortlessly as the Caldo Freddo of San Vito Lo Capo. Born in the sun-kissed province of Trapani around forty years ago, this indulgent creation has become a beloved signature treat in cafés and gelaterie along the coast.
Imagine creamy gelato nestled between soft brioche, crowned with clouds of sweetened whipped cream and drenched in warm, glossy dark chocolate. A whisper of rum gives it that unmistakable holiday charm - the kind you remember long after you’ve returned home.
Enjoyed at sunset with the sea breeze drifting in, Caldo Freddo is more than a dessert. It’s a moment of pure Sicilian joy, served in a cup.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Break the chocolate into pieces and melt it gently over a bain-marie with the milk.
- 2
Stir until smooth and glossy, then keep warm.
- 3
Slice the brioches in half and lightly moisten them with the rum.
- 4
Place the soaked brioche halves at the bottom of a ceramic dessert cup.
- 5
Spoon over a generous layer of whipped cream.
- 6
Add a layer of gelato and smooth the surface.
- 7
Top with the remaining brioche and another scoop of gelato.
- 8
Finish with plenty of whipped cream and a warm drizzle of chocolate sauce.
- 9
Serve immediately.
💡 Tips and Variations
Swap the rum for coffee liqueur or a splash of orange liqueur for a brighter citrus note.
Add crushed pistachios or chopped hazelnuts for extra crunch.
Try using almond brioche for an even more Sicilian touch.
📦 Storage
- • Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- • Not suitable for freezing once assembled.
- • Reheat the chocolate sauce over a bain-marie before serving again.
🍷 Pairing
Enjoy this dessert with a glass of chilled Moscato di Pantelleria - its fragrant sweetness complements the creamy gelato and warm chocolate beautifully.
Thank you for diving into this summery delight from San Vito Lo Capo. I hope this Caldo Freddo brings a little Sicilian sunshine into your kitchen - wherever in the world you may be.
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