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    Panna Cotta - Italian dessert

    February 13, 2015 By Vidya Srinivasan 58 Comments

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    Panna cotta is one of my favorite Italian desserts. Being a sweet lover this rich and creamy dessert was in my todo list for a long time.

    Last December we went to California for vacation. There I went to IKEA, and I saw heart shaped cool ice cube tray for 99c and it attracted me a lot. At that moment I decided to do panna cotta in that and there couldn't be a better day to post it

    Panna cotta

    italian dessert
    5 from 1 vote
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    Ingredients

    • Heavy Cream - 1 cup + 1/4 cup
    • Milk - 2 tablespoon + 2 tsp
    • Agar Agar powder - 1 teaspoon or unflavoured gelatin - 1 envelope 1 tbsp
    • Sugar - 1/4 cup
    • Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
    • Strawberry - 5 to garnish

    Instructions

    • Grease the ramekins (mold) with cooking spray or butter (Silicon mold doesn't need greasing)
    • In a bowl combine warm milk and agar agar powder and keep aside till the powder completely dissolves in milk (If you are using gelatin, combine gelatin to the room temperarure milk and keep aside till the gelatin completely dissolves in milk)
    • Heat a saucepan to medium heat and add heavy cream and sugar. Bring the cream to boil and Pour the agar agar powder (gelatin) and milk into the cream, stirring until completely dissolved. Switch off and add vanilla and salt; mix well and pour into ramekins
    • Cool the ramekins uncovered at room temperature. When cool, cover with cling flim and refrigerate for 6 -8 hours (preferably overnight)
    • To demold :
    • Wipe a serving plate with a damp paper towel (a damp plate helps to reposition the panna cotta more easily if it doesn't fall in the right spot)
    • Fill a large bowl with hot water and keep the panna cotta ramekin into that for minute and take out (Skip this step for silicon mold)
    • Run a thin knife carefully around the sides of a ramekin. Don't slide the knife all the way into the cup; just release the top edge of the pudding from the edge of the cup
    • Invert the ramekin over the plate and shake gently to help the panna cotta fall out, or press gently on one side to help nudge it out. It should fall out on the plate easily. (If it does not, return to the warm water bath in increments of 30 - 40 seconds.) Reposition on the plate if desired. Serve immediately, or refrigerate, lightly covered
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    Notes

    1. Can add fruit puree like mango, strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, etc. and make fruit panna cotta
    2. Can use vanilla bean instead of extract
    3. Can add extract of your choices like almond extract, butterscotch, and many more
    4. Make sure gelatin (agar-agar powder) mixed well with milk to avoid panna cotta from being liquid form
    5. Avoid cooking heavy cream after adding agar agar powder (gelatin) milk
    6. For vegan version can use coconut milk instead of milk
    7. Instead of demolding can also serve them in the ramekin
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    Ingredients:

    Heavy Cream - 1 cup + 1/4 cup

    Milk - 2 tablespoon + 2 tsp

    Agar Agar powder - 1 teaspoon or unflavoured gelatin - 1 envelope (1 tbsp)

    Sugar - 1/4 cup

    Vanilla extract - 1 tsp

    Strawberry - 5, to garnish

    Method:

    • Grease the ramekins (mold) with cooking spray or butter (Silicon mold doesn't need greasing)
    • In a bowl combine warm milk and agar agar powder and keep aside till the powder completely dissolves in milk (If you are using gelatin, combine gelatin to the room temperarure milk and keep aside till the gelatin completely dissolves in milk)

    IMG_2974

    • Heat a saucepan to medium heat and add heavy cream and sugar. Bring the cream to boil and  Pour the agar agar powder (gelatin) and milk into the cream, stirring until completely dissolved. Switch off and add vanilla and salt; mix well and pour into ramekins

    IMG_2979

    • Cool the ramekins uncovered at room temperature. When cool, cover with cling flim and refrigerate for 6 -8 hours (preferably overnight)

    To demold :

    • Wipe a serving plate with a damp paper towel (a damp plate helps to reposition the panna cotta more easily if it doesn't fall in the right spot)
    •  Fill a large bowl with hot water and keep the panna cotta ramekin into that for minute and take out (Skip this step for silicon mold)
    • Run a thin knife carefully around the sides of a ramekin. Don't slide the knife all the way into the cup; just release the top edge of the pudding from the edge of the cup
    •  Invert the ramekin over the plate and shake gently to help the panna cotta fall out, or press gently on one side to help nudge it out. It should fall out on the plate easily. (If it does not, return to the warm water bath in increments of 30 - 40 seconds.) Reposition on the plate if desired. Serve immediately, or refrigerate, lightly covered

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    1. Mr. Militant Negro

      February 13, 2015 at 5:14 pm

      Reblogged this on The Militant Negro™.

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 13, 2015 at 10:06 pm

        Thanks for the support:-)

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        • Mr. Militant Negro

          February 14, 2015 at 12:25 pm

          Thank you for sharing, very YummY recipe. Happy Valentines.

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          • Traditionally Modern Food

            February 17, 2015 at 3:48 pm

            Thanku:-)

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    2. For The Love of Ghee

      February 13, 2015 at 5:26 pm

      Love this dessert! I make something similar that I call halwo, I guess it's also called falooda in other languages too. Reading your recipe making me wish for more. I just made some last week but I guess I'll have to make it again. This time using your recipe 😉

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 13, 2015 at 10:05 pm

        Wow falooda, I love it:-) now you are tempting me

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    3. srividhya

      February 13, 2015 at 5:33 pm

      Lovely dessert.. Happy Valentines day to you too 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 13, 2015 at 10:08 pm

        Thanks Sri:-)

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    4. Chitra Jagadish

      February 13, 2015 at 5:51 pm

      Oh my goodness - looks droolicious. .. perfect treat for the occasion. ...slurp

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 13, 2015 at 10:07 pm

        Thanks Chitra:-)

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    5. LifestyleswithLia

      February 13, 2015 at 6:26 pm

      Happy Valentine's Day! Lovely panna cotta all'italiana:))

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 13, 2015 at 10:04 pm

        Happy valentine's day:-) thanku

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 13, 2015 at 10:07 pm

        Thanku Lia:-)

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    6. MamaD1xx4xy

      February 13, 2015 at 6:30 pm

      Love the little heart!! I have those same molds and just made ice in them for the kiddos to have in their special drinks for Valentine's brunch tomorrow. Your panna cotta sounds fantastic.

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 13, 2015 at 10:04 pm

        That's awesome:-) I am sure kids will love it. IKEA stuffs are just awesome

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    7. Aruna Panangipally

      February 13, 2015 at 7:19 pm

      I love Panna Cotta, Vidya and I love how you have presented your recipe. 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 13, 2015 at 10:03 pm

        Thanku Aruna:-)

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    8. Priya Shiva

      February 13, 2015 at 7:28 pm

      delicious panna cotta and perfectly set!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 13, 2015 at 10:03 pm

        Thanku Priya Akka:-)

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    9. Sandhya

      February 14, 2015 at 1:45 am

      Vidya, Love panacotta and your presentation. those heart shaped ones are super cute!
      Happy Valentine's Day to you!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:48 pm

        Thanku Sandhya:-)

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    10. Sandhya

      February 14, 2015 at 1:58 am

      Vidya,
      Love Pana cotta and your beautiful presentation! The heart shaped pana cotta is super cute!
      Happy Valentine's Day to you!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:49 pm

        Thanku Sandhya:-)

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    11. lapetitepaniere

      February 14, 2015 at 2:22 am

      Amazing looking dessert, Vidya 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:32 pm

        Thanku Linda:-)

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    12. Francesca Trucco

      February 14, 2015 at 2:26 am

      Being Italian, I am so happy and honoured you selected an italian dessert for Valentine day. In addition the heart shaped pieces and strawberries are a perfect touch for today. Love, Love love from Italy. Francesca

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:49 pm

        Thanku dear:-)

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    13. marudhuskitchen

      February 14, 2015 at 3:13 am

      delicious recipe with agar agar....superdelight

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:49 pm

        Thanku Vani:-)

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    14. Chef Amy at Remke Markets

      February 14, 2015 at 6:02 am

      Oh I love Panna Cotta Vidya!!!! Happy V Day!!! 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:34 pm

        Thanku:-)

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    15. Loretta

      February 14, 2015 at 8:33 am

      Lovely, I've never made pana cotta before, I'll be trying your version soon 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:49 pm

        Thanku Loretta:-)

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    16. HotDish

      February 14, 2015 at 9:11 am

      Beautiful! I have always wanted to make panna cotta as well, but have not yet tried. Nice job!!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:34 pm

        Thanku, do try and let me know:-)

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    17. Justine @ Born and Bred in Brooklyn

      February 14, 2015 at 9:18 am

      Aww, Vidya these are adorable and perfect for Valentine's Day! 😉

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:29 pm

        Thanku Justine:-)

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    18. sarahjmir

      February 14, 2015 at 10:05 pm

      panna cotta is so lovely and the heart shaped ones are a really nice touch!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:34 pm

        Thanku Sarah:-)

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    19. Malar

      February 15, 2015 at 5:23 pm

      Awesome Vidya!!! I have never tried pannacota....This looks absolutely delicious.... Belated Happy Valentines day 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:28 pm

        Thanku Dear:-)

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    20. sarithakumbakkara

      February 15, 2015 at 8:51 pm

      Lovely Panna cotta! I'm a big fan of this dessert! Drop in to see my version of it when u please. 🙂

      Reply
      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:28 pm

        Thanku:-) Sure hopping to your page

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    21. Rekha Vengalil

      February 16, 2015 at 5:50 am

      They look cute 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:28 pm

        Thanks Rekha:-)

        Reply
    22. Sundari

      February 17, 2015 at 4:43 am

      Wow!! lovely dessert!!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:21 pm

        Thanku Sundari:-)

        Reply
    23. coconutcraze

      February 17, 2015 at 10:00 am

      I have not made panna cotta because of gelatin. I will try this once I get hold of agar agar! Thank you for inspiring me!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 17, 2015 at 3:19 pm

        Do try with agar agar powder Sridevi. It works well

        Reply
    24. Liz

      February 17, 2015 at 8:56 pm

      panna cotta is a fave here, too. You've done well 🙂 But that is no surprise as everything here always looks good.

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 18, 2015 at 2:32 pm

        Thanku Liz:-)

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    25. Liza Dorison, The 'Straunt

      February 18, 2015 at 4:32 pm

      Love the strawberry heart picture!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 19, 2015 at 3:45 pm

        Thanku Liza:-)

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    26. shobha

      February 19, 2015 at 2:57 am

      This is one of my favourite dessert

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 19, 2015 at 3:00 pm

        Thanku Shobha:-)

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    27. Linda Creation

      February 21, 2015 at 10:01 am

      Woooooow terrific

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 21, 2015 at 3:43 pm

        Thanku Linda:-)

        Reply
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