Indulge in the decadent delight of Chocolate Panna Cotta, a creamy Italian dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with the silky smoothness of a classic pudding.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:5 minutes
Total Time:4 hours 20 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Chilling
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Panna Cotta:
1 1/2cups heavy cream
1 1/2cups whole milk
1/2cup granulated sugar
4oz semisweet chocolate (chopped)
2 tsp unflavored gelatin
3 tbsp cold water
1 tsp vanilla extract
pinch of salt
Instructions
Bloom the Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
Prepare the Panna Cotta Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and salt. Stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat.
Incorporate Chocolate: Whisk in the chopped chocolate until melted and smooth.
Add Gelatin and Flavoring: Stir in the bloomed gelatin and vanilla extract until fully dissolved.
Set and Chill: Pour the mixture into ramekins or glasses. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
Serve: Unmold by dipping ramekins in warm water and inverting onto plates or serve chilled in glasses.
Notes
You can use dark chocolate for a richer flavor or milk chocolate for a milder taste.
Top with whipped cream, berries, or chocolate shavings for added decoration.