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15-Minute Magic: Creamy Kiwi Panna Cotta for Your Next Date Night

Why dine out when you can orchestrate a five-star experience in your own kitchen? Today, I’m sharing a sophisticated 15-minute recipe that is perfect for those who want to plan ahead without the stress. This "small-batch" dessert is specifically designed for couples or small families, providing the perfect portion size for those who are health-conscious or simply prefer quality over quantity. Whether you are planning a romantic evening or a refined weeknight treat, this effortless panna cotta ensures a professional result every time.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, French, Italian, Mediterranean, Mexican
Keyword: easy desserts recipes, fancy desserts, kiwi, no bake desserts, Panna Cotta
Yield: 2 people
Calories: 383kcal
Cost: $2.7

Materials

  • 200 ml Half&Half or Heavy cream + 1/4 cup for mixing with Gelatin powder
  • 1 Teaspoon unflavored Gelatin
  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
  • 3 Tablespoons Sugar
  • 2-3 Kiwis or your choice of fruit
  • 1-3 Tablespoon Maple syrup or 2-3 Tablespoons of sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon Cornstarch
  • 3 Tablespoons Water

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, add 1 teaspoon of unflavored gelatin powder in 1/4 cup of half and Half (or water for easier mix). Leave it bloom at least 5 minutes.
  • In a pot, on low heat, heat up you Half and Half, 1 teaspoon of Vanilla extract and 3 Tablespoons of Sugar until it melted. Try not to let the milk boil.
  • Add your Bloomed gelatin into the Half and Half pot, and constantly stir. it should be completely melted around 5 minutes. Again don't let the milk boil. Then turn of the heat.
  • Strain this cooked half and half with the strainer, and pour it into your serving container or bowl. or glass. let it cool until room temperature, and store in the fridge at least 4 hours up to overnight (until the gelatin has set).
  • For the Kiwi sauce, cut up your kiwis into small pieces and blend it until smooth.
  • Cook this kiwi puree in a pot , low heat on a stove for the total time about 15 minutes, stir once in a while.
  • Add 1 Tablespoon of Maple syrup(we like to natural sweet tart, and it will change the color of the sauce a bit)
  • Substitute the Maple syrup with 2-3 Tablespoons of sugar or as much as you like.
  • In a small bowl add 1 Tablespoon of corn starch into 3 tablespoon of cold water and mix well.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture into the kiwi sauce and stir well, cook for about 5 minutes. The sauce is done.
  • Let the sauce cool completely before putting on top of panna cotta.
  • Once the Panna Cotta is set, pour this fruit compote over the top and decorate with fresh fruits and mint leaves or however you like it.
  • Enjoy!

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Notes

Note: Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on ingredients and preparation.

Nutrition

Serving: 2serving | Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 6.15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 52mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 51g | Vitamin A: 368IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 198.5mg | Iron: 0.37mg