Pistachio Panna Cotta: Delight in This Creamy Treat Recipe
Experience the lusciousness of Pistachio Panna Cotta, a smooth and creamy Italian dessert infused with nutty pistachios and delicate vanilla. This elegant treat is easy to prepare, requiring gentle heating and refrigeration to achieve the perfect silky texture. Ideal for impressing guests or indulging in a sophisticated sweet at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 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
- Bloom the Gelatin: Sprinkle the gelatin powder over the cold water in a small bowl and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it absorbs the water and softens.
- Heat the Cream Mixture: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, finely ground pistachios, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is steaming but not boiling.
- Incorporate Gelatin: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until it is completely dissolved and evenly distributed throughout the cream mixture.
- Strain the Mixture: Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any pistachio bits, ensuring a smooth texture.
- Pour into Molds: Divide the strained mixture evenly into ramekins or serving glasses. Allow them to cool slightly at room temperature before placing them in the refrigerator.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the panna cotta for at least 4 hours or until fully set and firm to the touch.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the panna cotta directly in the ramekins or unmold onto plates. Garnish with crushed pistachios, fresh berries, and a drizzle of honey or caramel if desired for an added touch of elegance and flavor.
Notes
- Make sure not to boil the cream mixture to preserve its silky texture.
- Blooming the gelatin is crucial to avoid lumps in the panna cotta.
- Using a fine mesh sieve helps achieve a smooth, velvety consistency by removing ground nut pieces.
- Chill time can be extended overnight for convenience.
- You can substitute whole milk with a dairy-free alternative, but cream is necessary for the rich texture.
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