Coffee Panna Cotta Recipe

This silky coffee panna cotta blends bold espresso with creamy vanilla for a restaurant-worthy Italian dessert that’s perfect for make-ahead entertaining or romantic nights in.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 5

Chill Time: 4

Total Time: 4 20

Servings: servings

Calories: 290kcal

Cost: $7

Equipment

1 Medium saucepan For heating cream mixture
1 Whisk For dissolving gelatin
1 Small bowl To bloom the gelatin
1 Fine-mesh strainer Ensures silky smooth texture
6–8 Ramekins or glasses For individual servings
1 Plastic wrap Prevents skin on panna cotta

Ingredients

2 packets unflavored gelatin (14g total)
¼ cup cold water For blooming gelatin
2 cups heavy cream
½ cup whole milk
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup strong brewed coffee Cooled
3 tablespoon espresso or strong coffee Cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt Enhances flavor
2 tablespoon coffee liqueur Optional – for a grown-up version
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder Optional – boosts coffee intensity
¼ cup white chocolate chips Optional – for a mocha twist

Instructions

Bloom gelatin in cold water for 5–10 min.
Heat cream, milk, sugar in saucepan. Don’t boil.
Stir in bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
Add coffee, espresso, vanilla, salt. Whisk well.
Strain mixture, pour into ramekins.
Cover with plastic, chill 4+ hours.
Unmold or serve in glass with optional toppings.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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