Panna Cotta
Panna cotta is often celebrated for its luxurious and indulgent nature, making it a favorite choice for special occasions and fine dining. Its delicate and velvety consistency, coupled with the ability to be customized to suit different tastes, has contributed to its enduring popularity in the culinary world.
Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons gelatin
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
- Prepare Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water. Allow it to sit and bloom for about 5 minutes.
- Heat Cream Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, and the mixture is warm but not boiling.
- Add Gelatin: Remove the cream mixture from heat. Add the bloomed gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour into Molds: Strain the mixture to ensure a smooth texture, then pour it into two ramekins or molds.
- Chill: Place the ramekins in the refrigerator and let them chill for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Serve: Once set, you can serve the panna cotta on its own or with your choice of toppings like fresh berries, fruit coulis, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.