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Panna Cotta
Panna Cotta with Berry Sauce is a classic Italian dessert that's as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. The creamy, smooth panna cotta pairs perfectly with the sweet and tangy berry sauce, creating a beautiful harmony of flavors.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Chilling Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 290 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 2¼ teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Berry Sauce
- 2 cups mixed berries fresh or frozen
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to soften.
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until hot, but not boiling. Stir occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Remove the cream mixture from heat. Add the softened gelatin, vanilla extract and pinch of salt. Stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
- Divide the mixture into 8 ramekins or molds. Let them cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate the panna cotta for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until set. They should be firm to the touch.
- While the panna cotta is chilling, you can prepare the berry sauce. In a saucepan, combine the berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the berries are soft and the sauce is slightly thickened. Let it cool.
- Drizzle the panna cotta with berry sauce and serve.
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Notes
- For a smoother berry sauce, strain it to remove seeds and pulp after cooking.
- If using frozen berries, no need to thaw them; just cook a bit longer until the desired consistency is reached.
- To ensure the panna cotta sets properly, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, although overnight is best for ideal firmness.
- Agar-agar can be used as a vegetarian substitute for gelatin; follow package instructions for equivalent amounts.
- Personalize your panna cotta by experimenting with different extracts like almond or citrus in place of vanilla.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
290kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
14g
(70%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Cholesterol
69mg
(23%)
Sodium
28mg
(1%)
Potassium
104mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
20g
(40%)
Vitamin A
917IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
62mg
(6%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 290
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 290kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 917IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.