Description
Made with almond milk instead of dairy, these creamy panna cotta make for a delightfully nutty dessert.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups Dream Ultimate Almond Beverage (unsweetened)
- 2 1/2 teaspoons gelatin – this is a little more than one envelope
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons DiSaranno or other amaretto flavored liquor
- 2 tablespoons Kahlua – or other coffee flavored liquor
Garnish
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (lightly toasted)
- drizzle of amaretto for each serving
- fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preparation of Almond Beverage:
- Shake the almond beverage well before opening.
- Pour into a medium bowl or measuring cup.
- If the liquid appears lumpy, whisk until smooth. If lumps remain, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve.
- Gelatin Blooming:
- Transfer the almond beverage to a medium saucepan.
- Sprinkle the gelatin over the beverage.
- Allow it to sit for a few minutes until the gelatin starts to soften or “bloom.”
- Dissolving Gelatin and Sugar:
- Place the saucepan on medium-low heat.
- Stir continuously until the gelatin completely dissolves. Ensure the mixture doesn’t boil or smoke, which could deactivate the gelatin.
- Check the back of your stirring spoon for clear gelatin grains. If present, continue stirring until fully dissolved.
- Add sugar to the saucepan, stirring until it completely dissolves.
- Adding Liquors:
- Mix in both the amaretto and coffee liquors.
- Ramekin Preparation:
- Lightly spray the inside of your 4-ounce ramekins with vegetable spray.
- Use a paper towel to evenly spread and remove excess spray, leaving only a thin film.
- Filling Ramekins:
- Divide the panna cotta mixture evenly among the ramekins.
- Place ramekins in the refrigerator to set. Allow at least two hours, though overnight is ideal.
- Serving:
- Panna cotta can be served directly in the ramekins. For a plated presentation:
- Add warm water to a bowl.
- Briefly immerse each ramekin in the warm water, ensuring the water doesn’t reach the rim.
- Run a thin knife blade around the top edge of the panna cotta.
- Place a plate upside-down over the ramekin and invert to release the panna cotta onto the plate.
- Drizzle approximately one teaspoon of amaretto over each panna cotta.
- Garnish with toasted almond slices and fresh raspberries.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Panna cotta can be served directly in the ramekins. For a plated presentation:
Notes
- Almond Beverage Alternative: If “Dream Ultimate Almond Beverage” is unavailable, you can use another high-quality unsweetened almond milk. The taste might vary slightly based on the brand.
- Gelatin Notes: Ensure that the gelatin is fully dissolved before proceeding. If the mixture boils, it can deactivate the gelatin, and the pannacotta might not set properly.
- Liquor Substitutions: If you don’t have DiSaronno or Kahlua on hand, you can use other amaretto or coffee-flavored liquors. However, each brand might impart a slightly different flavor profile.
- Serving Suggestions: This dessert pairs wonderfully with a dessert wine or a cup of freshly brewed coffee.
- Vegetarian/Vegan Option: If you’d like to make a vegetarian or vegan version, you can use agar-agar in place of gelatin. However, you’d need to adjust the quantity and preparation method, as agar-agar sets differently than gelatin.
- Storing: If not serving immediately after it has set, you can cover the ramekins with plastic wrap and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Add garnishes just before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian American