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Panna Cotta

Panna Cotta

The ultimate comfort food, Panna Cotta is a creamy delight that melts in your mouth. With its velvety texture and sweet berry topping, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make recipe tonight!
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Prep Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Whisk
  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 2.5 tsp Unflavored Gelatin 1 packet Knox gelatin
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • pinch Salt
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 cups Berries divided (1 cup raspberries and 1 cup quartered strawberries)
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 Tbsp Lemon Juice

Instructions
 

  • Off the heat, place 1 cup whole milk in a medium saucepan and sprinkle the top with 2.5 tsp unflavored gelatin. Let stand for 3-5 minutes or until the gelatin is softened.
  • Place the pan over medium/low heat and stir until gelatin dissolves and mixture is steaming, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add 2 cups heavy whipping cream, 1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Continue stirring for about 5 minutes until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Place 1 cup 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.
  • 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 minutes 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 Cotta.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Dip ramekins in a bowl of hot water for 5-10 seconds, making sure not to get hot water into the panna cotta dish. Quickly wipe the bottom of the ramekin.
  • Tip 2: Run a knife around the edge of the ramekin to break the seal from the dish.
  • Tip 3: Invert the ramekin over a serving dish. Tap the ramekin and lift the dish away from the set Panna Cotta.
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