Description
Dreamy Coffee Panna Cotta is a luscious, creamy no-bake dessert that combines the rich flavors of coffee with smooth panna cotta. This quick and easy recipe uses gelatin for a perfect set and is topped with sweetened whipped cream for an elegant finish. Ideal for coffee lovers seeking a simple yet indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup Full Cream/Whole Milk (can substitute with low-fat milk)
- 1 cup Thickened/Heavy Cream (ensure at least 30% fat content)
- 1/2 cup Caster Sugar (can replace with granulated sugar)
- 2 tablespoons Instant Coffee Granules (or instant espresso powder)
- 2 teaspoons Gelatine Powder (use agar-agar for a vegetarian option)
Topping
- 1 cup Whipped Cream (sweeten with icing sugar to taste)
Instructions
- Preparation Steps: Gather all ingredients and prepare gelatin by sprinkling the powder over cold water, stirring to form a thick paste, and letting it hydrate for about 5 minutes.
- Heat Cream Mixture: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the milk, cream, caster sugar, and instant coffee granules. Whisk gently until everything is fully dissolved and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, taking care not to boil.
- Dissolve Gelatin: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir the hydrated gelatin paste into the warm cream mixture, ensuring it dissolves completely to create a smooth consistency.
- Strain Mixture: Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a jug to filter out any undissolved bits, ensuring a silky final panna cotta texture.
- Chill: Divide the strained mixture evenly into dessert cups or ramekins. Place them in the refrigerator and allow at least 3 hours for the panna cotta to fully set and firm up.
- Prepare Topping: In a mixing bowl, beat cold whipped cream with sifted icing sugar until soft peaks form, sweetening it to your preference.
- Serve: Just before serving, dollop the sweetened whipped cream over each set panna cotta, adding a delightful creamy topping.
Notes
- You can substitute gelatin with agar-agar for a vegetarian version, adjusting the quantity according to the package instructions.
- Use instant espresso powder instead of coffee granules for a stronger coffee flavor.
- Ensure not to boil the cream mixture to preserve the smooth texture of the panna cotta.
- Sweeten the whipped cream topping to taste, or omit it for a less sweet dessert.
- The panna cotta can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated until serving.
