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Indulge in a classic Italian dessert with this elegant Strawberry Panna Cotta.
Featuring a velvety vanilla cream base and a sweet, fruity topping, this dessert is both simple to make and impressive to serve.
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Perfect for a special occasion or a delightful end to any meal, it combines creamy sophistication with a burst of fresh strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
For the Panna Cotta:
- 3 gelatin sheets
- 1 ⅞ cups (450 ml) heavy cream
- ¾ cup (200 ml) whole milk
- 1 vanilla bean
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
For the Strawberries:
- 2 ⅔ cups (400 g) strawberries, hulled and halved (or quartered if large)
- 1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
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Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Panna Cotta
- Start by soaking the gelatin sheets in a small bowl of cold water for about 5 minutes until softened.
- In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar.
- Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and add both the seeds and the bean pod to the mixture.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it’s hot but not boiling. Remove the vanilla pod.
- Gently squeeze the excess water from the gelatin sheets and add them one by one to the hot cream mixture. Stir until completely dissolved.
- Allow the mixture to cool for 20-30 minutes. Once cooled, strain it through a sieve into 6 serving glasses.
Step 2: Prepare the Strawberry Topping
- In a saucepan, combine the strawberries with the cornstarch and granulated sugar.
- Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the juices thicken and the strawberries become tender.
- Let the strawberry mixture cool completely before topping the set panna cottas.
- Refrigerate until you’re ready to serve.
FAQs
Can I use powdered gelatin instead of gelatin sheets?
Yes, you can substitute powdered gelatin for the gelatin sheets. Use about 2 ½ teaspoons of powdered gelatin and dissolve it in a little cold water before adding it to the warm cream mixture.
How long can I store the panna cotta?
The panna cotta can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just make sure it’s covered to prevent it from absorbing any odors from the fridge.
Simple Italian Strawberry Panna Cotta
Ingredients
- 3 gelatin sheets
- 1 ⅞ cups heavy cream
- ¾ cup whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean
- 2 ⅔ cups strawberries hulled and halved (or quartered if large)
- 1 ½ tsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Prepare the Panna Cotta
- Start by soaking the gelatin sheets in a small bowl of cold water for about 5 minutes until softened.In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and add both the seeds and the bean pod to the mixture.Heat the mixture over medium heat until it’s hot but not boiling. Remove the vanilla pod.Gently squeeze the excess water from the gelatin sheets and add them one by one to the hot cream mixture. Stir until completely dissolved.Allow the mixture to cool for 20-30 minutes.Once cooled, strain it through a sieve into 6 serving glasses
Prepare the Strawberry Topping
- In a saucepan, combine the strawberries with the cornstarch and granulated sugar.Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the juices thicken and the strawberries become tender.Let the strawberry mixture cool completely before topping the set panna cottas.Refrigerate until you’re ready to serve.
Love the sound of this strawberry panna cotta, gonna try it this weekend!
Did you end up making it? I’m curious how it turns out because I wanna try it too!
hey, can i swap the strawberries with blueberries or something?
Loved this strawberry panna cotta recipe, Sandra! Tried it and it was a hit at my dinner party. Topping was super delish!!
I doubt this recipe is as simple as it sounds. There’s always something that goes wrong.
hey, can i just melt the gelatin in like microwave or somethin? not sure how this works and dont wanna mess up, thanks.
If I mess up, can I call it strawberry soup instead? Asking for me.
This dessert seems lovely, but how much sugar does it really need? Trying to watch my intake.
This was so fun to make with the kiddos! They loved adding the strawberries on top. Thanks for a simple yet tasty recipe, Sandra!
I need to try this with my little ones too! Thanks for the idea 🙂
gelatin sheets? where do u even get those, can I just skip it?
Could you suggest a vegan alternative for the gelatin? Would love to try a plant-based version!
Another panna cotta recipe? Earth shattering. Bet no one’s ever thought of mixing strawberries and cream before.
Looks too complicated, I’ll stick to buying mine.
Excellent recipe, Sandra! I appreciate the clear instructions. My family loved it.
Sure, like I’ve got the time to make my own desserts. Must be nice.
It’s actually quite therapeutic! Give it a try; you might find it more rewarding than you think.
Therapeutic? I’ll stick to Netflix, but thanks.
If I make this, does it count as eating my fruits for the day or… asking for a friend.
Can we talk about the perfect texture of this panna cotta? It’s all about that wobble, and Sandra nailed it.
how long does this keep? wanna make a bunch but don’t wanna waste anything.
Actually, panna cotta dates back to early 1900s in Italy. It’s fascinating to see modern twists on such a classic dessert. Sandra, your recipe pays a nice homage to the original!
Made this. It was okay. Nothing to write home about but did the job for a Tuesday dessert.