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Honey-Vanilla Panna Cotta with Fresh Strawberry Topping Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This classic Italian dessert, Panna Cotta, features a silky smooth cream base subtly sweetened with honey and infused with vanilla. Gelatin sets the mixture into a delicate custard-like texture, which is then topped with lightly macerated fresh strawberries for a refreshing and elegant finish. Perfect for a make-ahead dessert that impresses with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Panna Cotta

  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored powdered gelatin
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of kosher salt

Strawberry Topping

  • 10 to 12 strawberries, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Bloom gelatin: Place the water in a small wide dish and sprinkle the unflavored gelatin evenly over the surface. Let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow the gelatin to soften and dissolve.
  2. Warm cream mixture: In a pot over medium-high heat, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and ¼ cup honey or maple syrup. Slowly heat the mixture, stirring occasionally, until small bubbles appear around the edges, just before it reaches boiling point. Remove from heat.
  3. Add flavorings and gelatin: Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of kosher salt into the warm cream mixture. Then add the bloomed gelatin and whisk continuously until the gelatin is fully dissolved with no lumps remaining.
  4. Chill panna cotta: Pour the hot cream mixture evenly into six 4-ounce ramekins. Cover each ramekin with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 to 6 hours, preferably overnight, until fully set and firm.
  5. Macerate strawberries: In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup. Stir gently to coat, cover the bowl, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the strawberries to release their juices and sweeten.
  6. Unmold panna cotta: When ready to serve, remove the ramekins from the fridge and run a small knife around the edges to loosen the dessert. Optionally, dip the bottoms of the ramekins in hot tap water for a few seconds to loosen the panna cotta further. Invert each ramekin carefully onto individual dessert plates.
  7. Serve with strawberries: Spoon the macerated strawberries with their juices over the top of each panna cotta and serve immediately for a fresh and elegant dessert presentation.

Notes

  • Ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved to avoid grainy texture.
  • Use a wide, shallow dish for blooming gelatin for better dispersion.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream and milk with coconut milk and use agar-agar instead of gelatin.
  • Chilling overnight improves the texture and flavor development.
  • Adjust sweetness of the cream and topping based on personal preference or dietary needs.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/honey-vanilla-panna-cotta-with-fresh-strawberry-topping-recipe/