Panna Cotta Recipe
Creamy dessert topped with fresh berries.
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Ingredients
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Panna Cotta Base
Berry Topping
Method
Panna Cotta Base
- 1
Prepare the Gelatin
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over the cold water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes to bloom.
- 2
Heat the Cream Mixture
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is just about to boil.
- 3
Combine Gelatin
Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the bloomed gelatin to the hot cream mixture and stir until completely dissolved.
- 4
Add Vanilla
Stir in the vanilla extract into the mixture.
- 5
Pour into Molds
Pour the mixture into individual serving cups or molds. Allow them to cool slightly before transferring to the refrigerator.
- 6
Chill
Refrigerate the panna cotta for at least 4 hours or until set.
Berry Topping
- 7
Prepare the Berries
In a medium bowl, combine the mixed fresh berries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the berries.
- 8
Chill the Topping
Let the berry mixture sit for about 10-15 minutes at room temperature to macerate, or refrigerate if prepared in advance.
- 9
Serve
Once the panna cotta has set, top each serving with the berry mixture before serving.