Classic Italian Panna Cotta

Classic Italian Panna Cotta

a classic creamy Italian dessert

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 20m
Cook Time: 5h
Total Time: 5h 20m
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (16 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

168
Calories
4.1g
Fat
31.8g
Carbohydrates
2.7g
Protein
14mg
Cholesterol
34mg
Sodium
Classic Italian Panna Cotta

Recipe Description

Classic Italian Panna Cotta is one of those desserts which transports me to the Amalfi coast every time I have it. Panna cotta translates as “cooked cream”. It is a simple dish made from a few ingredients: cream, sugar, and vanilla. Gelatine are added to the cooking process to ensure the mixture sets in the mold.

Making panna cotta is easier than you think. Start by heating the milk and dissolving gelatine in it. Heat the cream, sugar and vanilla bean and stir in the milk and gelatine mixture. Pour into molds and refrigerate overnight. Before serving, make a berry souce with frozen berries, sugar and water. Serve on individual plates with coulis piled on top.

To make Classic Italian Panna Cotta, you will need the following ingredients:So, how to make Classic Italian Panna Cotta?

Ingredients for Classic Italian Panna Cotta

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Prepare the gelatin

    2 min
    Step 1 - Classic Italian Panna Cotta

    In a saucepan add milk and sprinkle gelatin on top. Let stand for 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat milk

    5 min
    Step 2 - Classic Italian Panna Cotta

    Heat the milk with gelatin over medium heat. Just before the milk boils, turn off the heat, combine well with a whisk.

  3. 3

    Heat the cream, sugar and vanilla

    5 min
    Step 3 - Classic Italian Panna Cotta

    In another pan, bring the cream, sugar and vanilla pod to a boil over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add the milk

    1 min
    Step 4 - Classic Italian Panna Cotta

    When the cream comes to a boil, turn off the heat and then discard the vanilla pod. Add the milk and gelatin mixture, stir well.

  5. 5

    Pour into molds and chill

    5h
    Step 5 - Classic Italian Panna Cotta

    Pour the panna cotta mixture into individual molds and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 5 hours or overnight.

  6. 6

    Prepare a berry topping

    7 min
    Step 6 - Classic Italian Panna CottaStep 6 - Classic Italian Panna Cotta

    Boil the water and sugar for 5 minutes before adding the frozen berries. Let it boil for a few minutes before turning off the heat and allow to cool completely.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Classic Italian Panna Cotta

    Turn each panna cotta out of its mold onto a small plate. Top with the berry sauce and enjoy.

This Classic Italian Panna Cotta is a light and fresh dessert! Try it next time you are entertaining guests and don’t forget to tag #cookmerecipes in your social posts!

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 (16 reviews)
Nadia Rossi
March 4, 2025
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OMG, this Panna Cotta is a total game-changer! Super easy to whip up and tastes like a dream. I made it for my fam last weekend, and they couldn't stop raving about it. A little berry sauce on top, and boom! We were all in amore! Definitely a keeper!

Frank
November 27, 2024
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I made this Classic Italian Panna Cotta for my wife's birthday, and she loved it! It was so simple to prepare that I felt like a chef from Amalfi. Just cream, sugar, and a bit of gelatine made a heavenly dessert. We topped it with berry sauce which was the perfect blend. Will definitely impress again!

Jessica Taylor
November 25, 2024
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Delicious!

Bella Thompson
October 2, 2024
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I loved making this panna cotta. It was so simple and yet felt like a special treat. It reminded me of the summer I spent in Italy with my friends.

Sam
September 24, 2024
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Super easy to whip up! Tasted just like my trip to Italy. Totally gonna make again.

Mia
August 14, 2024
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OMG, this Classic Panna Cotta is a game changer! I made it for our family night and everyone was blown away. So simple, yet so fancy. Just like my trip to Italy, it brought back memories. The berry sauce on top? Total chef move! Def making this again for sure

Vince83
October 12, 2023
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Simply delicious dessert!

Gina
October 5, 2023
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This panna cotta took me back to Italy. So simple and delicious.

Gina
March 28, 2023
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Simplicity at its best, loved making this!

Xander
March 19, 2023
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Making this Classic Italian Panna Cotta was so rewarding. My kids loved it, and it reminded me of our trip to Italy last summer. So simple to follow, and the results were just superb. Thank you!

Xandra
November 13, 2022
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This panna cotta recipe is superb and so easy! My family loved it at dinner.

Teresa
March 31, 2022
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Superb

Zoe Miller
February 16, 2022
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Simply divine treat.

Nick Anderson
January 17, 2022
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Whipped up this panna cotta for my wife's bday. It’s so creamy, took us straight to Italy. Love it.

Natalie
July 7, 2021
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Delicious! It reminded me of our family trip to Italy last summer, everyone loved it.

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