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Panna Cotta Recipe Easy Silky Dessert with Berry Sauce

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This easy panna cotta is a silky, creamy Italian dessert topped with a vibrant homemade berry sauce. It’s elegant, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder (or 3 gelatin sheets, bloomed in cold water)
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups mixed berries, fresh or frozen (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries)
  • 2–3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for berry sauce, to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1–2 tablespoons water (for berry sauce)
  • Optional: Lemon zest or splash of vanilla for berry sauce

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl and let sit for 5-10 minutes to bloom.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Heat gently over medium-low, whisking occasionally, until sugar dissolves and mixture just begins to steam (do not boil).
  3. Remove from heat and add bloomed gelatin. Whisk until fully dissolved and mixture is smooth.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste.
  5. Divide mixture evenly among 4-6 ramekins (about 1/2 cup each). Cool at room temperature for 15-20 minutes, then cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight until softly set.
  6. For the berry sauce: Combine mixed berries, sugar, lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until berries break down and sauce thickens (5-8 minutes). Mash for chunky sauce or simmer longer for smoother texture.
  7. Optional: Strain berry sauce through a fine mesh sieve for a smooth consistency.
  8. Cool berry sauce to room temperature, then refrigerate until serving.
  9. To unmold panna cotta (optional): Run a thin knife around the edge, dip ramekin bottom in hot water for 5-10 seconds, invert onto plate, and gently shake.
  10. Serve panna cotta chilled, topped generously with berry sauce and garnished with extra berries, mint, or powdered sugar.

Notes

For best texture, do not boil the cream. Bloom gelatin fully for a smooth set. Strain panna cotta mixture for extra silkiness. Berry sauce can be made with any seasonal fruit. For dairy-free or vegan, use coconut milk/cream and agar-agar. Panna cotta keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Unmolding is optional—serving in cups is just as delicious.

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