Chai-Spiced Panna Cotta with Cranberries
Chai-Spiced Panna Cotta with Cranberries is a luscious dessert that marries creamy texture with aromatic spices, creating an unforgettable experience for your taste buds. Topped with vibrant cranberries, this panna cotta not only looks stunning but also delivers a burst of flavor that will impress your guests. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this dessert is both easy to make and incredibly satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp unflavored gelatin
- 1 tsp chai spice blend (or to taste)
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup water (for cranberries)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin: Mix gelatin with 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl and let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare the cream mixture: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, chai spice blend, and vanilla. Stir until sugar dissolves and the mixture steams without boiling.
- Incorporate the gelatin: Remove from heat and whisk in bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
- Pour into molds: Distribute the mixture into serving cups or molds and cool slightly before refrigerating for at least 4 hours until set.
- Make cranberry topping: In a separate pot, simmer cranberries with water and sugar over medium heat until they start to pop and become syrupy. Let cool before using as a topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For variations, substitute cranberries with seasonal fruits like strawberries or peaches. To make it vegan, use coconut milk or almond milk and replace gelatin with agar-agar.