Classic Italian desserts will always enjoy amazing fanfare. They are not only delicious but easy to make as well. So, this valentine’s day, make one such Italian dessert called Panna Cotta. Incredibly easy-to-make, beautiful to look at, and tasty.
This recipe was not mentioned in Italian cookbooks until 1960, yet it is termed as one of the most ancient dessert recipes. It is believed that panna cotta was originated in the Northern region of Piedmont, Italy. According to one story, this dessert was invented by a Hungarian woman in Langhe in the early 1900s.
Delectable Panna Cotta Recipe For Your Special One!
A molded chilled dessert loved throughout Italy, panna cotta is easy to cook and can be prepared in advance. Add a proposal ring in the middle of the panna cotta and surprise your special one with this delicious cake and ring.
This dessert is a romantic delicacy that is made by combining silky ingredients like milk, gelatine, cream, sugar, and vanilla. You can either serve it plain or top it with various red fruits. We will be preparing a roasted strawberry topping that will be a delicious jam, enhancing the recipe.
So, let’s see how you can make this beautiful panna cotta for this year’s valentine’s day!
Quick Stats
Prep time: 10 minutes
cooking time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6 serves
Ingredients
For the Base:
- 1½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup sugar
- 1/4 oz unflavored gelatin 1 packet,
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
For the Roasted Strawberries:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, cut in half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- ¼ cup sugar
Method to Prepare
- Take a medium saucepan and combine milk and sugar over medium-low flame. Stir frequently.
- Meanwhile, add gelatin evenly over the surface of the cold water and set it aside to hydrate.
- Once the milk is hot, add the hydrated gelatine. Whisk until fully dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the flame and stir in heavy cream and vanilla bean.
- Divide the mixture into 6 oven-proof ramekins or small glasses.
- Slide them into the fridge and let them chill for at least 6 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 425F and take a large bowl. Add strawberries, sugar, and vanilla and toss them together.
- Now, transfer them to a baking sheet and spread them out in a single layer.
- Roast strawberries for about 20 to 25 minutes. Stir them halfway until the juices are bubbling.
- Take them out of the oven and let them cool and reach room temperature.
- Once cooled, top the panna cotta with these roasted strawberries and enjoy!
Must Check: Roseberry Valentine Forest Recipe: Delectable Dessert Recipe!
Final Words
This is creamy Italian jello and pudding-like dessert, which is delicious to eat and mesmerizing to look at. Along with the red velvet cake, this dessert is one delicacy that perfectly represents the festival of love – valentine’s day. So, make this delicious, creamy, and lavish panna cotta and enjoy it with your special one!
