Description
Lemon Panna Cotta is a creamy and refreshing dessert infused with the bright flavors of lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Add the fresh lemon juice and mix well.
- Pour the mixture into individual serving cups or ramekins. Allow to cool to room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- To serve, run a knife around the edge of the panna cotta and invert onto a plate, or serve directly in the cups. Garnish with additional lemon zest or fresh berries if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
- Add a layer of fruit puree, such as raspberry or strawberry, on top of the panna cotta before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg