Description
Indulge in the creamy and rich flavor of this Coffee Panna Cotta, a delightful Italian dessert that is perfect for any coffee lover. Made with a hint of espresso and topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, this no-bake treat is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Coffee Panna Cotta:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder (or strong brewed coffee, reduced)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 teaspoons powdered gelatin
- 3 tablespoons cold water
For Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Bloom Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let stand for 5 minutes to bloom.
- Prepare Cream Mixture: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, milk, sugar, and espresso powder. Stir until sugar is dissolved and mixture is hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Add Gelatin: Add bloomed gelatin to the cream mixture and whisk until completely dissolved.
- Chill: Divide mixture into ramekins or dessert glasses. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk instead of cream and milk.
- Adjust the coffee strength to your taste—add more for a stronger flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling, No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 panna cotta
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
