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Panna Cotta

A chilled, creamy dessert that is elegant yet comforting, perfect for make-ahead gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Panna Cotta
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • teaspoons gelatine
  • 300 ml heavy cream (A)
  • 300 ml heavy cream (B)
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pink food color
For Decoration
  • cup melted chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons sprinkles
For Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1⅓ cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
For Decoration
  • 12 marshmallows for Easter bunny ears

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine cold water and gelatine. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until bloomed.
  2. In a saucepan, heat heavy cream (A) and sugar over medium heat until warm and almost boiling.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and bloomed gelatine until dissolved.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl.
  5. Add heavy cream (B) and pink food coloring, stirring until uniform. Cool to room temperature.
Decoration and Setting
  1. Dip cup rims in melted chocolate, then in sprinkles, and let dry.
  2. Pour panna cotta mixture into prepared cups and refrigerate to set for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Topping
  1. Cut marshmallows diagonally to create bunny ears.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  3. Pipe whipped cream on top of each panna cotta and insert marshmallow ears.

Notes

Keep panna cotta covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The whipped cream is best piped just before serving; if you must top them early, store with a loose cover so the cream keeps its texture. Do not freeze — freezing will change the smooth texture.