Panna Cotta
Classic Italian Panna Cotta is a creamy, silky, and luxurious dessert that highlights the beauty of simple Italian ingredients. This elegant sweet treat has a delicate vanilla flavor and a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture that feels both light and indulgent. It’s an easy make-ahead dessert, making it perfect for dinner parties or a special afternoon treat.
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
Panna Cotta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pure almond extract optional
- 1 ¼ teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- ¼ cup cold water
Easy Berry Sauce
- 2 cups of mixed berries or only use one variety such as strawberries and raspberries, or mixed frozen berries
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
Optional toppings:
Instructions
Panna Cotta
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water in a single layer and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the gelatin dissolves and softens.
- Heat the heavy cream and sugar over medium heat in a large saucepan, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves. Add in the vanilla extract and stir to combine.
- Once the cream mixture is steaming hot (but not boiling), remove it from the heat and add the softened gelatin mixture. Stir with a whisk until the gelatin dissolves completely- 2-3 minutes.
- Divide the hot cream mixture evenly among ramekins, wine glasses, or dessert cups (servings will vary depending on the size of the serving cups). Allow to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes. Cover tops with plastic wrap and let the panna cotta set in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once the panna cotta has set, run a knife around the edges of the cups and turn them over onto a serving plate to unmold. You can also serve them directly in the cups.
- Serve the panna cotta with your choice of toppings, such as fresh berries, berry sauce (recipe below), chocolate shavings, or caramel sauce.
Easy Berry Sauce
- Combine the berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir frequently and cook until the berries begin to break down, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the berry mixture and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. To achieve a puree texture put the berry mixture in a blender and pulse until completely smooth.
- Once cooled, spoon the berry sauce over the top of your panna cotta and serve.
- This berry sauce is a delicious and simple way to add some fruity flavor and color to your panna cotta dessert.
- Enjoy your delicious and creamy classic Italian panna cotta!
Nutrition
Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 1190IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 0.2mg
