Easy Panna Cotta Recipe
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Easy Panna Cotta Recipe
Description
Easy Panna Cotta features a combination of whole milk softened gelatin, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, blended smoothly with sour cream to add a subtle tartness and creamy finish. The mixture is heated gently to dissolve the gelatin and sugar without boiling, then cooled and poured into serving dishes to chill for several hours until firm.
The texture of the panna cotta is tender and silky, holding its shape but delicate enough to melt in the mouth. The preparation method avoids overheating, preserving a clean dairy flavor and smooth consistency. Once set, the dessert is ready to be paired with a homemade berry sauce.
The berry sauce, made from raspberries and quartered strawberries simmered with sugar and lemon juice, forms a bright and lightly thickened topping that adds fresh fruitiness and slight acidity to balance the panna cotta's creamy sweetness. This sauce can be spooned over the panna cotta just before serving.
Unmolding the panna cotta involves dipping ramekins briefly in warm water to loosen the edges and using a knife to break the seal, ensuring the dessert comes out cleanly for neat plating. This dessert suits elegant occasions or simple meals where a light, creamy finish is desired.
Ingredients
Ingredients for Panna Cotta:
- 1 cup milk whole
- 2 1/2 tsp gelatin 1 packet Knox gelatin, unflavored
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon
- pinch salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
Ingredients for Berry Sauce:
- 2 cups berries divided (1 cup raspberries and 1 cup quartered strawberries)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
How to Make Panna Cotta:
- Off the heat, place 1 cup milk in a medium saucepan and sprinkle the top with 1 packet gelatin. Let stand 3-5 min or until gelatin is softened. Place pan over medium/low heat and stir until gelatin dissolves and mixture is steaming, about 4-5 min (do not boil).
- Add 2 cups heavy whipping cream, 1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 tsp vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Continue stirring for about 5 min until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is steaming (do not boil). Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Place sour cream in a medium bowl with a pouring lip. Whisking constantly, gradually add warm cream. Once the mixture is completely smooth, strain through a fine mesh sieve if desired, then quickly divide it into 6 glass cups or 8 ramekins. Refrigerate until fully set; 4 to 6 hours.
How to Make Berry Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup berries, 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup sugar. Bring to a low boil and cook for 4-5 min or until syrupy.
- Stir in remaining 1 cup of fresh berries and remove from heat. When the syrup is at room temp or just barely warm, spoon it over the top of chilled panna cottas.
Notes
- Dip ramekins briefly in hot water before unmolding to loosen the panna cotta without melting it.
- Run a knife around the edge to separate the dessert from the dish for clean release.
- Invert ramekins onto serving plates and lift carefully to keep shapes intact.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6dessert cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 477 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 477kcal | 24% |
| Carbs | 38g | |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 108mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 73mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 249mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 34g | 68% |
| Vitamin A | 1382IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 162mg | 16% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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