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Espresso Panna Cotta

Decadent Espresso Panna Cotta for Coffee Lovers at Home

Try this Espresso Panna Cotta, a no-bake dessert that will impress coffee lovers with its creamy texture and rich flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gelatin Base
  • 2 teaspoons Powdered Unflavored Gelatin Essential for achieving the creamy structure.
  • ¼ cup Cold Water Used to dissolve the gelatin.
For the Espresso Mixture
  • ½ cup Espresso Rich coffee essence, strong brewed coffee can be a substitute.
  • ¼ cup Sugar Use sugar-free sweetener for a healthier option.
For the Creamy Texture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Provides luxurious mouthfeel.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • measuring cups
  • ladle

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Espresso Panna Cotta
  1. In a medium bowl, sprinkle 2 teaspoons of powdered unflavored gelatin over ¼ cup of cold water, allowing it to sit for about 5 minutes.
  2. Brew a strong ½ cup of espresso, stirring in ¼ cup of sugar until fully dissolved.
  3. Once the gelatin has softened, carefully pour the hot espresso mixture over it and stir well.
  4. Incorporate 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the mixture and stir for 1 minute.
  5. Carefully divide the mixture into four small cups or ramekins.
  6. Refrigerate the cups for 2 to 4 hours until set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mg

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in airtight containers for up to 2 months.

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