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Coconut Mango Panna Cotta

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 minsTotal Time4 hrs 15 mins

Coconut Mango Panna Cotta is a tropical twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining a silky smooth coconut-infused panna cotta with a vibrant mango puree topping. This refreshing, dairy-free dessert is light, creamy, and bursting with fruity flavor, making it perfect for warm-weather treats or elegant dinner parties.

Coconut Mango Panna Cotta

For the Coconut Panna Cotta
 1 ½ cups (360ml) coconut milk (full-fat for best texture)
 ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream (or extra coconut milk for dairy-free)
 ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
 1 tsp vanilla extract
 1 ½ tsp gelatin powder (or 1 ½ sheets gelatin)
 2 tbsp water (for blooming gelatin)
 Pinch of salt
For the Mango Topping
 1 cup (240g) fresh mango puree (blended ripe mango)
 1 tbsp honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
 1 tsp lime juice (for brightness)
For Garnish
 Fresh mango cubes
 Toasted coconut flakes
 Fresh mint leaves
Prepare the Gelatin
1

Bloom the Gelatin:

  • In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin powder over 2 tablespoons of water.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes until it blooms (absorbs water and thickens).
Make the Coconut Panna Cotta
2

  • Heat the Coconut Mixture:
    • In a saucepan, heat coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
    • Do not let it boil.
  • Add Gelatin:
    • Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
  • Strain and Pour:
    • Strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove any lumps.
    • Pour into 4-6 small glass dishes or ramekins.
  • Chill the Panna Cotta:
    • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) until set.
Make the Mango Topping
3

  • Blend the Mango Puree:
    • Blend fresh mango with honey (or sugar) and lime juice until smooth.
  • Chill Until Ready to Serve:
    • Keep the mango puree in the refrigerator until needed.
Assemble and Serve
4

  • Top the Panna Cotta:
    • Once set, spoon mango puree over the chilled panna cotta.
  • Garnish:
    • Add fresh mango cubes, toasted coconut flakes, and a sprig of mint for a beautiful presentation.
  • Serve Chilled:
    • Enjoy this tropical delight straight from the fridge.
Pro Tips
5

  • For a Vegan Version: Replace gelatin with agar-agar (use ½ teaspoon and boil for 1 minute in coconut milk).
  • For Extra Flavor: Add a teaspoon of coconut extract to the panna cotta mixture.
  • For a Firmer Set: Increase gelatin to 2 teaspoons if you prefer a firmer texture.

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