One of the reasons sugar is needed is because it acts as an anti-freezing agent. This helps the semifreddo retain its half-frozen status. According to Italian Gelato, if you're wanting to cut down on your sugar intake, you can add alcohol to the semifreddo mix. Alcohol works like sugar to lower the freezing point of whatever you are making. If you are going to add alcohol, you'll need to lower the amount of sugar to ensure the same texture. Depending on the alcohol you choose, it can also be used as a flavor enhancer.
BBC Good Food suggests using limoncello, an Italian lemon-flavored liqueur in a semifreddo. If you don't have any on hand, you can try your hand making a classic limoncello recipe at home. The tartness from the limoncello pairs well with tart and sweet raspberries for a limoncello raspberry semifreddo. Another popular alcohol for semifreddo is Amaretto, an Italian almond-flavored liquor (per Laura in the Kitchen).
Basically, if you want to use less sugar, pick the alcohol you enjoy drinking and it'll be delicious.
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