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Strawberry Panna Cotta Recipe

This easy Strawberry Panna Cotta is a creamy and delicious Italian dessert, perfect for spring and summer to serve to your family or guests. Made with fresh strawberries, it's the perfect way to end a delicious meal.
Prep Time30 minutes
WORK TIME20 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: panna cotta, strawberry dessert
Servings: 6 yields
Calories: 285kcal

Ingredients

For the strawberry panna cotta:

  • 23 oz Strawberries
  • ½ cup Whole milk divided
  • 1¼ cups Heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup Sugar
  • 2 teasponns Gelatin

For the topping:

  • 3 tablespoons Sugar or less
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
  • Pinch Salt
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Instructions

  • Make the panna cotta: Puree the strawberries. Strain through a very fine sieve. Divide into 2/3 and 1/3. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl whisk gelatin and milk. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Place heavy cream, milk sugar and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer, until sugar dissolves. Do not boil. Remove from heat add vanilla extract. Stir in gelatin and immediately whisk until smooth and dissolved.
  • Add 2/3 of the strawberry puree and whisk until incorporated.
  • Pour into the serving dishes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  • For the topping: place the remaining 1/3 strawberry puree in a saucepan, add 3 tablespoon sugar and lemon juice. Heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, let cool and pour over the panna cotta. Refrigerate until serving.

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Notes

    • Watch the Video Recipe – For a better understanding of the recipe, I recommend watching the step-by-step video tutorial. It will guide you through the cooking process of the panna cotta to help you achieve the best result.
    • Check the FAQs – If you have any questions about ingredient substitutions, cooking methods, or storage tips, be sure to check the FAQs section located under the recipe card and the post above.
    • Make-Ahead & Storage Tips – Panna Cotta is the perfect make ahead dessert because it needs to set at least 3 hours in the fridge. You can make it a day ahead and have it ready to serve for a stress-free cooking time. Take it out of the fridge just 10-15 minutes before serving. You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended.
    • How to make Panna Cotta without gelatin – Though gelatin will give you the best flavor and consistency, it is possible to make panna cotta using agar-agar to make a vegan version. 
    • Can I Use Different Fruit? – Yes, you can make this panna cotta with other fruits and berries, such as raspberries, blueberries, mango, peaches, etc.
    • Fresh Ingredients – Use fresh strawberries for the best result and flavor. Frozen strawberries contain too much water and would ruin the texture of the panna cotta.
    • Tips – Don't overcook the cream or it will start to burn on the bottom of the pan.
    • Measure the gelatin quantity correctly. More or less gelatin would result in a chewy or liquid panna cotta.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 246mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 775IU | Vitamin C: 65mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 1mg