Description
Panna Cotta is an old treat from the mountains of Italy, and you’ll be so surprised how incredibly easy it is to make. It’s luscious, has a silky texture, refreshing with subtle lemon flavor, and a great choice for family dinners or special company. Feel free to garnish with any fresh fruit that’s in season if you desire.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 (.25 ounce) package powdered gelatin (such as Knox®)
- 3 cups heavy cream
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon zest, divided
- 1 tablespoon orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®) (Optional)
Instructions
- Place lemon juice in a small bowl and sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over it. Let stand for about 15 minutes until gelatin softens.
- Combine heavy cream
- sugar
- and 2 tablespoons lemon zest in a saucepan over medium-low heat; bring to a simmer. Whisk in gelatin mixture until dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in orange liqueur.
- Strain the cream mixture into a medium bowl and divide evenly among small glass bowls or ramekins.
- Place uncovered panna cottas into the refrigerator until set
- at least 4 hours. If time permits
- cover the bowls with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
- Garnish with remaining lemon zest before serving.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 4 hrs 35 mins
Servings: 6