Vanilla Panna Cotta with Mixed Berry Compote

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Panna Cotta is a classic elegant dessert that comes straight from the heart of Italy. It means 'cooked cream' in Italian and has a texture very similar to that of a custard or pudding. Though it is easy to think of it as something very fancy and daunting to make at home, it is one of the easiest desserts that you can come across.

Rich and creamy Panna Cotta that is topped with a fresh, gorgeous, and vibrant mixed berry compote- it is undeniably delicious.
Since it is spring, the market is packed with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries and making a mixed berry compote is a delicious way to use up all of those berries!
The Panna Cotta is lightly sweetened and perfectly creamy, hence it pairs wonderfully with the tart berry compote. This Berry Compote also makes the perfect topping for french toast, pancakes, cheesecake, or even ice cream. The possibilities are endless!
This dessert is great for a date night celebration, or if you are looking for something a little fancier to impress your guests!


If you’re looking for other Desserts, you can also try these Chocolate Panna Cotta , Pumpkin Nutella Muffins and Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins


Tips to make the best Panna Cotta
  • Dissolve the gelatin: Make sure to dissolve the gelatin in cold water for 10-15 minutes. This step is very important and will result in a remarkably smooth Panna Cotta that melts in the mouth.
  • Don’t let the cream boil: If you let your cream mixture come to a boil , then the gelatin will lose its thickening power, and the Panna Cotta will not set. So watch it carefully as you are cooking it!
  • Plan ahead: Allow 4-6 hours for the panna cotta to thoroughly set in the fridge so it’s not runny.
  • Serving the Panna Cotta: You can serve it on a plate , but if you want to skip the unmoulding step altogether, then just pour the Panna Cotta mixture into little glasses that you plan on serving it in!

If you make this recipe, I would love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a comment below.



Vanilla Panna Cotta with Mixed Berry Compote Vanilla Panna Cotta with Mixed Berry Compote
Author: Happily Cooking
Preparation Time:
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Yields: 4
Calories per serving: 386kcal




Ingredients:
    For the Vanilla Panna Cotta
  • 250 ml milk
  • 250 ml heavy cream
  • 70 g sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tbsp (7g) gelatin powder
  • 3 Tbsp water
  • Oil for greasing

    • For the Mixed Berry Compote
  • 3 cups mix of blueberries, blackberries and raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Dash of lemon juice

    • Instructions:
    1. In a small bowl whisk the gelatin and water. Set aside to bloom for 10-15 minutes.
    2. Lightly grease 4 glasses with oil and set aside. Skip this step if you are planning to serve straight from the glasses.
    3. In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream, milk, sugar and salt over medium-low heat until the sugar has dissolved (do not boil). Remove from heat and add the vanilla extract.
    4. Add the gelatin and stir until it has completely dissolved.
    5. Pour it in the greased glasses and let it cool down completely.
    6. Refrigerate to set for atleast 4 hrs or better overnight.
    7. To make the berry compote, in a medium saucepan, add the mixed berries, sugar and the lemon juice and heat over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes.
    8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat slightly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. You can adjust the amount of lemon juice and sugar as per your taste.
    9. Then, remove from the heat, allow it to cool and keep aside. (This compote can also be made several days in advance and kept refrigerated.)
    10. To serve the Panna Cotta, dip the glasses into a bowl of hot water for few seconds, run a sharp knife around the edges and invert onto a plate.
    11. Spoon some of the prepared berry compote over the panna cotta and serve!

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