Panna Cotta Recipe
Creamy dessert topped with seasonal berries.
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Ingredients
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Panna Cotta Base
Berry Topping
Method
Panna Cotta Preparation
- 1
Bloom the Gelatin
In a small bowl, combine the gelatin powder and cold water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes gelatinous.
- 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 completely dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- 3
Add Gelatin and Vanilla
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- 4
Pour into Molds
Pour the mixture into individual serving cups or molds. Allow them to cool slightly before refrigerating.
- 5
Chill
Refrigerate the panna cotta for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Berry Topping Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Berries
In a medium bowl, combine the mixed seasonal berries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the berries with sugar and juice.
- 7
Let it Macerate
Let the berry mixture sit for about 15-20 minutes to allow the berries to release their juices.
- 8
Serve
Once the panna cotta is set, top it with the macerated berries before serving.