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Jessica

Mango Panna Cotta with Vanilla Cream: A Tropical Delight!

A creamy and tropical dessert made with ripe mango puree and topped with vanilla cream.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ripe mango puree about 2 medium mangoes
  • Pinch of salt
For the Vanilla Topping:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Hydrate the gelatin by mixing the gelatin powder with cold water in a small bowl and letting it sit for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Warm over medium heat, stirring gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and incorporate the bloomed gelatin, stirring until it dissolves. Mix in the vanilla extract and mango puree until well blended.
  4. Pour the creamy mango mixture into serving glasses or ramekins and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to set.
  5. For the vanilla topping, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  6. Once the panna cotta has set, spoon the vanilla topping over each serving.
  7. Chill before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 50mgSugar: 20g

Notes

  • Add a layer of diced fresh mango on top for extra flavor.
  • Swap half of the heavy cream with coconut milk for a tropical twist.

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