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Decadent Champagne Panna Cotta

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A creamy, silky dessert with a subtle sparkle of champagne, perfect for special occasions or impressing guests with an easy yet elegant treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 ½ teaspoons (about 7 g) unflavored gelatin powder
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) cold water
  • 1 cup (240 ml) brut champagne
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional garnish: fresh berries, mint leaves, or edible gold flakes

Instructions

  1. Pour ¼ cup (60 ml) cold water into a small bowl, sprinkle 2 ½ teaspoons (7 g) gelatin evenly over the surface, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it softens and blooms.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream and ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated sugar. Heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling (about 5 minutes).
  3. Remove the cream from heat. Stir the bloomed gelatin into the hot cream until fully dissolved. Strain through a fine mesh sieve if needed for a silky finish.
  4. Let the cream mixture cool slightly (about 5 minutes), then gently stir in 1 cup (240 ml) brut champagne and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Carefully pour the panna cotta mixture into 4 to 6 ramekins or dessert glasses, filling nearly to the top.
  6. Place the ramekins on a tray or plate and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until firm but jiggly.
  7. Before serving, optionally garnish with fresh berries, mint, or edible gold flakes. To unmold, dip ramekins in warm water briefly, run a knife around edges, and invert onto plates.

Notes

Avoid boiling the cream or champagne to preserve delicate flavor. Bloom gelatin properly for smooth texture. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. Use dry brut champagne for balanced sweetness. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and use plant-based gelatin (agar-agar).

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