Panna Cotta Recipe
This easy panna cotta recipe is a creamy, custard-like dessert made with milk, cream, and gelatin. It's a quick, no-bake treat that’s perfect to make ahead.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
- ¼ cup granulated erythritol* or ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ cups almond milk or use whole milk
- 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin (4½ teaspoons)
- 16 drops stevia extract (omit if using granulated sugar)
Instructions
- Prep the ramekins. Lightly grease six 3/4 cup ramekins or custard cups.
- Simmer and steep. Combine the heavy cream, basil, and erythritol (or sugar) in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
- Strain. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove solids. Press on the solids to release as much flavor and liquid as possible.
- Bloom the gelatin. Pour 1/2 cup of the almond milk (or whole milk) into another medium saucepan. Sprinkle the gelatin over and let it sit for 3 minutes.
- Whisk and cook. Whisk in the remaining almond or whole milk, set over medium heat, and cook, stirring constantly. Cook until the gelatin dissolves and steam begins to rise from the milk, but do not boil. Remove from the heat and gently stir the heavy cream mixture into the milk mixture. If using stevia, stir it in now.
- Chill to set. Divide the mixture between the ramekins and cover each one with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until chilled and set, about 4 hours or overnight.
- Unmold and serve. To unmold, set the bottom of each ramekin in hot water for 30 seconds. Run a sharp knife around the inside of each ramekin to loosen and flip out onto the plate. I found it took a little jiggling to get the panna cotta to come free. You can also serve it straight from the ramekins.
- Serve. Top with your favorite sauces or berries and serve.
Notes
*Erythritol is a naturally-occurring sugar alcohol found in fruits and fermented foods. It is a popular sweetener for diabetics as it has little effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition
Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 105mg | Potassium: 44mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 925IU | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 0mg
