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Vanilla Panna Cotta
This vanilla panna cotta is smooth, creamy, and surprisingly easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. It’s a simple, elegant dessert that’s perfect for making ahead and serving with fresh berries, fruit sauce, or caramel.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon powdered gelatin
- 1 ½ cup (360 ml) whole milk, divided
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) heavy cream
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
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Instructions
- Sprinkle the gelatin evenly over 1/2 cup (120ml) cold milk in a small bowl or measuring cup. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, remaining 1 cup (240ml) milk, sugar, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot and steaming but not boiling, just a few bubbles at the edges.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Whisk in the bloomed gelatin mixture until completely dissolved and smooth.
- Divide the mixture evenly among 6 small glasses or ramekins. (You should have roughly 1/2 cup per serving.)
- Refrigerate at least 6 hours, or until fully set.
Transfer to a large measuring cup with a spout to make pouring simpler.
Notes
- Heat the cream mixture just until steaming. Avoid boiling for the best texture.
- Make sure the gelatin is fully dissolved before pouring to ensure a smooth, even set.
- For a variation, add a big spoonful of caramel to the bottom of each glass before adding the panna cotta mixture.
- Top with fresh berries, fruit sauce, or caramel just before serving.
- Store tightly covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days, although it will be at its best within a day or two.
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