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Panna Cotta Recipe

This Panna Cotta is an impressively easy dessert! Creamy and luscious, it pairs perfectly with vibrant raspberry sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup skim milk room temperature
  • 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 container fresh raspberries 6-ounce
  • 1 cup sugar for raspberry sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Fresh berries for topping

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving cups or molds
  • Blender or food processor

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the room temperature skim milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Heat over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until hot but not boiling.
  3. Remove the cream mixture from heat. Stir in the bloomed gelatin mixture until completely dissolved.
  4. Divide the panna cotta mixture among serving cups or molds. Let cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set. For best results, chill overnight.
  6. Prepare the raspberry sauce by combining fresh raspberries, 1 cup of sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened.
  7. Blend the raspberry sauce until smooth and strain through a sieve to remove seeds, if desired. Allow to cool.
  8. Once set, gently remove panna cotta from molds and drizzle with raspberry sauce. Garnish with fresh berries before serving.

Notes

  • For a tropical twist, substitute half of the heavy cream with coconut milk.
  • Add melted dark chocolate to create a rich chocolate panna cotta.
  • Experiment with brewed espresso for a coffee-flavored dessert.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.