Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBella's Italian CafePanna Cotta Recipe

Panna Cotta Recipe

Time4h 10m
Serves4

Creamy Italian dessert topped with berries.

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Ingredients

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Panna Cotta Base

Method

Prepare Panna Cotta Base

  1. 1

    Bloom the Gelatin

    In a small bowl, combine the gelatin powder and water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes thick and gelatinous.

  2. 2

    Heat Cream Mixture

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm, but do not bring it to a boil.

  3. 3

    Add Gelatin

    Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin and vanilla extract until fully dissolved.

  4. 4

    Pour and Chill

    Pour the mixture into serving glasses or molds. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

Prepare Berry Topping

  1. 5

    Mix Berries

    In a bowl, combine the mixed berries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Gently toss to coat the berries evenly and let sit for about 15 minutes to macerate.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Once the panna cotta has set, top each serving with the macerated berry mixture just before serving.

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