Description
Pistachio Panna Cotta is a creamy, dreamy dessert made with pistachios and a silky texture, perfect for indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons gelatin powder
- ¼ cup cold water
- ½ cup shelled pistachios, finely ground
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- For Garnish (Optional):
- Crushed pistachios
- Fresh berries
- Honey or caramel drizzle
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it sit for about 5 minutes.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, ground pistachios, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is steaming.
- Remove from heat and add the bloomed gelatin, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove pistachio bits.
- Divide the mixture into ramekins or glasses, cool slightly, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Serve directly from ramekins or unmold onto plates, garnished with crushed pistachios, fresh berries, or honey.
Notes
- Consistency Matters – If your panna cotta is too soft, increase gelatin; if too firm, use less next time.
- Straining is Key – Straining ensures a silky-smooth texture; skip if you prefer a textured panna cotta.
- Serving Temperature – Let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Alternative Sweeteners – Use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar, with potential taste changes.
- Richer Flavor Option – Toasting pistachios before grinding enhances flavor.
- Gelatin Substitutes – Use agar-agar for a vegetarian option, adjusting the amount as needed.
- Presentation Tips – Use clear glasses for elegance or layer with fruit purée.
- For a Lighter Version – Substitute part of heavy cream with half-and-half or milk alternative, noting effect on creaminess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg