Description

Cardamom Panna Cotta- a scrumptious, easy dessert with a hint of coffee flavor – perfect for holiday gatherings. Can be made ahead! Allow 3- 4 hours cooling time.

Ingredients

Units

1 cup milk
2 1/2 teaspoons unflavored powdered gelatin
1/3 cup sugar
2 cups heavy whipping cream
10 whole cardamom pods crushed (or 3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom)
2 teaspoons instant coffee (or use instant decaf)
2 teaspoons vanilla
6 cups, wine glasses, ramekins or 4-ounce jars

Serve with Cardamom whipped cream- see notes.

Instructions

Place the milk in a medium saucepan. Sprinkle with the gelatin in a fine layer, and let stand for 5-10 minutes until softened. Place on the stove over medium heat, whisking. Whisk in the sugar, while warming the milk gently (do not let it come to a simmer) until the sugar and gelatin are completely dissolved.
Add the heavy cream, cardamom pods, instant coffee, and vanilla, and continue warming and whisking over medium heat just until it is about to come to a simmer (never letting it come to a simmer). Remove from heat and let it stand 15-30 minutes.
Strain and pour into six, 4-ounce jars or ramekins or cups. See notes for unmolding the panna cotta.
Cover and refrigerate until the panna cotta is set, 2-3 hours or make these up to 3 days ahead
Serve with a spoon and a dollop of cardamom whipped cream and shaved chocolate (both optional).

Notes

This can be made ahead- keeps up to 3 days in the fridge (covered).

To unmold the panna cotta, spray the ramekins with spray oil before filling. Refigerate at least 4-6 hours. When ready to un mold, fill a medium bowl with hot water. Have your serving plates ready. Wipe the plate with a damp towel so panna cotta can easily slide into the correct position. Slide a knife around the top edge of the ramekin, releasing the top edge. Dip the ramekin into the hot water to the top edge for 5 seconds. Place the ramekin on the counter. Put the plate on top of the ramekin and flip it over. Nudge it into the center if need be.

To make Cardamom Whipped Cream: Whip one cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/8 – 1/4 teaspoon of cardamon. Whip in a stand mixer using the whisk attachment for 3-4 minutes until medium peaks form. Refrigerate (covered) until using.

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 350
Sugar: 14.2 g
Sodium: 17.6 mg
Fat: 21.7 g
Saturated Fat: 13.8 g
Carbohydrates: 14.7 g
Fiber: 0.1 g
Protein: 2.3 g
Cholesterol: 67.8 mg