Classic Vanilla Panna Cotta 1769478522812 Kz2k
A silky, elegant Italian cream dessert infused with real vanilla bean and chilled to a perfect wobble.

Total
25 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Powdered gelatin
- 3 tablespoons Cold water
- 1 whole Vanilla bean
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 0.5 cup Fresh berries(optional)
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pour the cold water into a small bowl and sprinkle the gelatin evenly over the surface; let it bloom for 5-10 minutes.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and sugar over medium heat.
- 3
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape the seeds into the pot, and add the pod as well.
- 4
Heat the mixture until it just begins to simmer, stirring constantly to ensure the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 5
Remove from heat, discard the vanilla bean pod, and whisk in the bloomed gelatin until completely smooth.
- 6
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then let the mixture cool slightly for 5 minutes.
- 7
Lightly oil four ramekins and pour the cream mixture evenly into each mold.
- 8
Refrigerate for at least 4 to 6 hours, or until the panna cotta is set and firm to the touch.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
345
17% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 28 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 26 g |
| Sodium | 65 mg |
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