Description
Silky Yogurt Panna Cotta dances with macerated berries in a dessert that whispers Italian elegance. Delicate and creamy, this sweet treat offers a refreshing finale that will make you crave another spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain 0% Greek yogurt
- 1 ¼ cups 1% milk
- 4 cups mixed berries (blackberries, raspberries, sliced strawberries)
Gelatin and Sweeteners:
- ½ tablespoon (0.5 tablespoons) unflavored gelatin
- 6 tablespoons sugar, divided
- 3 tablespoons 1% milk
Flavor and Preparation Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 small mint leaves, for garnish
- Nonstick spray
Instructions
- Gently coat individual serving vessels with a light mist of cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the dessert.
- Create a gelatin base by sprinkling powdered gelatin over cold milk, allowing it to absorb and soften for approximately 10 minutes.
- Combine remaining milk and sugar in a small saucepan, heating gently over medium temperature. Incorporate the softened gelatin mixture, stirring continuously until completely dissolved. Maintain a warm temperature without reaching a boiling point.
- Remove the milk mixture from heat and allow slight cooling. Whisk in Greek yogurt and pure vanilla extract until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Distribute the creamy liquid evenly across prepared serving vessels, filling each to approximately one-third capacity.
- Refrigerate the desserts, covering with plastic film, for a minimum of six hours or preferably overnight to ensure proper setting and optimal texture.
- Prepare berry topping by gently mixing fresh berries with a sprinkle of sugar, allowing them to release natural juices and develop a glossy, sweet maceration.
- When ready to serve, carefully invert each panna cotta onto individual serving plates, ensuring smooth release from the mold.
- Generously crown each dessert with macerated berries and garnish with delicate fresh mint leaves for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Gelatin Tip: Always bloom gelatin in cold liquid to prevent clumping and ensure smooth, lump-free texture.
- Temperature Control: Remove milk mixture from heat immediately after gelatin dissolves to prevent breaking down its setting properties.
- Yogurt Selection: Choose full-fat Greek yogurt for richer, creamier panna cotta with better structural integrity.
- Berry Maceration: Let berries sit at room temperature to release natural
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg