Crème Fraîche Panna Cotta with Berries

Lori Wilson

Panna cotta made with crème fraîche has a gentle tang that sets it apart from the standard cream-only version, and it pairs well with fresh or macerated berries on top. The dessert sets in the refrigerator over several hours, so it's a good make-ahead option for entertaining. Active prep time is around 15 minutes.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Course Dessert

Cuisine Italian

Servings servings

Calories 277 kcal

Equipment

Saucepan
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Measuring Cup
4 Ramekins

Ingredients

For the Panna Cotta Base:

0.5 cup whole milk preferably organic
0.5 cup heavy cream high-quality
0.5 cup crème fraîche freshly made or store-bought
0.25 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
1 envelope unflavored gelatin approximately 1 tablespoon

For the Berry Compote:

1 cup mixed berries such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed

Instructions

For the Panna Cotta Base:

In a small saucepan, sprinkle the gelatin over the milk and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
Place the saucepan over low heat. Stir gently until the gelatin is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Add the heavy cream, crème fraîche, and sugar. Increase the heat to medium and stir until the sugar dissolves. Do not let it boil.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the mixture into four ramekins and refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours.

For the Berry Compote:

In a mixing bowl, combine the mixed berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let them macerate for about 10 minutes or until juices are released.
Just before serving, spoon the berry compote over the panna cotta.

Notes

For a zestier flavor, add a bit of lemon zest to the panna cotta mixture.
If you prefer a vegetarian option, agar-agar can replace gelatin, though the texture might slightly differ.

Nutrition

Calories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 33mgPotassium: 137mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 684IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 0.2mg

Keyword berries, crème fraîche dessert, Panna Cotta

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