Vanilla-flavored cream is thickened with gelatin and poured into ramekins to make panna cotta. Making this simple but decadent dessert before a dinner party is ideal! Panna cotta means “cooked cream”. This classic Italian dessert is sweetened, flavoured cream and unflavored gelatin.
To simplify this recipe, I sprinkle gelatin directly over milk in a saucepan and let it bloom for 5–7 minutes. Whisk sugar until well combined. We're okay with lumpiness!
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Sugar and gelatin should dissolve without simmering the milk. This can be avoided by stirring the mixture often. Remove the saucepan from heat first.
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This prevents curdling. Whisk well when adding heavy cream. This step is optional but recommended. This prevents panna cotta from containing undissolved gelatin or sugar.
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Grease your ramekins with nonstick cooking spray. This will make taking them out of the oven much easier later. Each ramekin will need about half a cup of liquid.
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For easier refrigeration, place filled ramekins on a baking tray, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and chill for 4–5 hours. Serve panna cotta on a plate or in ramekins. Top with your favourite before serving!