Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Italian Panna Cotta with Cherry Sauce, perfect for a romantic occasion or a special treat. Shaped like a heart, this dessert combines the rich flavor of cream with a tangy cherry sauce, making it a favorite for any sweet tooth.
Ingredients (Serves 2):
- Strip of lemon zest: 8×1 cm (3×0.4 inches)
- Heavy cream (35% fat): 200 ml (3/4 cup)
- Vanilla sugar: 1 tsp (5g)
- Cinnamon: a pinch
- Granulated gelatin: 10g (2 tsp)
- Sugar: 3 tsp (12g)
- Blackcurrant jam: 1 tbsp (15g)
- Frozen cherries: 100g (3.5 oz)
- Fine cornmeal: a pinch
- Milk: 120 ml (1/2 cup)
Instructions:
Prepare the Gelatin: Sprinkle the gelatin over the milk and let it sit for 5 minutes. Thaw the cherries at room temperature if they are frozen. Partially thawed berries are easier to work with if they are not intended for garnish.
Make the Cream Mixture:
In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, regular sugar, vanilla sugar, lemon zest strip, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring, for 5 minutes. Add the milk with the gelatin and heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the gelatin is completely dissolved (do not boil). Remove the lemon zest.
Cool the Mixture:
Place the saucepan in a larger bowl filled with ice water. Whisk the mixture for 10-12 minutes until it thickens.
Chill the Panna Cotta:
Pour the mixture into heart-shaped molds and refrigerate for 4 hours.
Prepare the Cherry Sauce:
Remove the pits from the cherries and press the berries through a sieve into a saucepan.
Add the blackcurrant jam and fine cornmeal, stirring well. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 1 minute. Cool and refrigerate.
Serve:
To unmold the panna cotta, run a knife blade between the panna cotta and the edges of the mold, then quickly invert onto a dessert plate.
Drizzle with the cherry sauce before serving.
Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 540.66 kcal
Protein: 9.42g
Fat: 37.44g
Carbohydrates: 42.09g
Enjoy this elegant and delicious Panna Cotta with Cherry Sauce, perfect for any special occasion or a romantic dessert!
