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Salted Caramel Panna Cotta Recipe

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time4 hrs

Salted Caramel Panna Cotta is a silky-smooth, creamy Italian dessert infused with a rich caramel flavor and topped with a golden caramel sauce and flaky sea salt. This dessert is simple yet elegant, making it perfect for a dinner party or an indulgent treat.

Salted Caramel Panna Cotta Recipe

For the Panna Cotta
 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
 ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
 1 tsp vanilla extract
 2 ½ tsp (1 packet) powdered gelatin
 3 tbsp cold water
 ½ tsp flaky sea salt (Maldon or fleur de sel)
For the Caramel Sauce
 ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
 2 tbsp water
 ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
 1 tbsp unsalted butter
 ½ tsp flaky sea salt
For Garnish
 Extra caramel sauce
 Caramelized nuts (optional)
 Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Bloom the Gelatin
1

  • In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water.
  • Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow it to bloom.
Make the Caramel Sauce
2

  1. Heat sugar and water:

    • In a small saucepan over medium heat, add sugar and water.
    • Cook without stirring until the mixture turns a deep amber color (about 4-5 minutes).

  2. Add the cream:

    • Carefully pour in the heavy cream (it will bubble up).
    • Stir until smooth, then add butter and sea salt.

  3. Let it cool slightly and set aside.

Make the Panna Cotta Base
3

  • Heat the dairy:
    • In a separate saucepan, heat heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract over medium-low heat.
    • Stir until sugar dissolves (about 3 minutes).
  • Incorporate caramel:
    • Whisk in half of the prepared caramel sauce, stirring until smooth.
  • Add the bloomed gelatin:
    • Remove from heat and stir in the gelatin mixture, whisking until fully dissolved.
Pour and Set
4

  • Divide into serving glasses or ramekins.
  • Let them cool at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until set.
Serve and Garnish
5

  • Drizzle with extra caramel sauce.
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top.
  • Garnish with caramelized nuts or fresh mint (optional).
  • Serve chilled and enjoy!
Pro Tips
6

  • For a deeper caramel flavor: Let the sugar caramelize slightly longer, but don’t burn it.
  • For extra smoothness: Strain the panna cotta mixture before pouring it into ramekins.
  • For a vegan version: Substitute coconut cream for heavy cream and use agar-agar instead of gelatin.

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