Description
This Rhubarb Panna Cotta is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances tangy rhubarb compote with a creamy, smooth panna cotta base. The silky texture combined with the sweet and tart rhubarb topping creates an elegant and refreshing treat ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Rhubarb Compote
- 2 cups chopped rhubarb (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Panna Cotta Base
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- 2 1/2 tsp powdered gelatin
- 3 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Prepare Rhubarb Compote: Combine chopped rhubarb, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup water, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes or until the rhubarb breaks down and thickens. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Bloom Gelatin: Sprinkle 2 1/2 teaspoons of powdered gelatin over 3 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom and absorb the liquid.
- Heat Cream Mixture: In a separate saucepan, combine 2 cups heavy cream, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup sugar, and the scraped seeds of 1 vanilla bean (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract). Warm over medium heat until the mixture is just about to simmer without boiling.
- Dissolve Gelatin: Remove the cream mixture from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved, ensuring a smooth mixture.
- Set Panna Cotta: Pour the cream and gelatin mixture evenly into serving glasses or ramekins. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
- Serve: Once set, spoon the chilled rhubarb compote over the panna cotta and serve immediately for a refreshing dessert.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen rhubarb based on availability.
- Make sure the cream mixture does not boil to prevent curdling.
- For a vegetarian alternative, use agar-agar instead of gelatin.
- Vanilla bean seeds provide a more intense flavor, but vanilla extract works well too.
- Ensure panna cotta is fully chilled and set before serving for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
