Gelatin-free Panna Cotta with berry sauce: a delicate and creamy dessert

This version of Panna Cotta, a classic Italian dessert, is made without gelatin, using agar agar as a vegetarian-friendly setting agent. The creamy mixture is sweetened with sugar and enriched with vanilla, providing a silky texture that perfectly complements the vibrant, sweet and tangy berry sauce. This dessert not only tastes exquisite, but also meets various dietary preferences.

Why you'll love this: Gelatin-Free Panna Cotta is ideal for those looking for vegetarian dessert options without compromising the classic texture and flavor of traditional Panna Cotta. The vanilla-infused cream makes a perfect base for the luscious berry sauce, creating a delicious contrast of flavors. This dessert is both simple and sophisticated, making it a sure favorite.

Perfect occasion: This Panna Cotta is perfect for a refined dessert during dinners, holiday meals or any special occasion. Its elegant presentation in individual glasses makes it ideal for serving at gatherings where you want to impress your guests. It's also great for a summer dessert when you want something light but indulgent.

Decorating Tips: Serve the Panna Cotta in clear glasses to highlight the creamy texture and top with the bright berry sauce for a striking visual contrast. Garnish with fresh berries and a sprig of mint for an extra touch of freshness and color. You can also sprinkle a little powdered sugar on the berries for a festive look.

Ingredients:

• For the Panna Cotta:
  • 1 liter of heavy cream
  • 3 level teaspoons of agar agar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 7 tablespoons of sugar
  • 2 teaspoons of vanilla paste or seeds from a vanilla pod
• For the berry sauce:
  • 300 grams of mixed berries, fresh or frozen
  • 5 tablespoons water (for cooking berries)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons of water (mix with cornstarch)
  • 120 grams of sugar

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Panna Cotta:
   • Rinse dessert glasses with cold water before filling them.
   • In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, sugar, agar agar and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture begins to boil.
   • Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla paste or seeds.
   • Pour the mixture into the prepared glasses, let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours until the mixture is set.
2. For the berry sauce:
   • In a saucepan, combine the berries, 5 tablespoons of water and the sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
   • Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 4 tablespoons of water, then stir into the simmered berries.
   • Continue cooking for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
3. Serve:
   • Before serving, briefly run the glasses under hot water to loosen the Panna Cotta and make it easier to unmold onto the plates.
   • replaces the word nice with emptyp each Panna Cotta with the cooled berry sauce.

Enjoy this luxurious gelatin-free panna cotta with berry sauce, a creamy and velvety dessert that perfectly captures the essence of Italian culinary elegance!