Elegant, creamy, and effortless — this Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with a sweet-tart berry coulis is the ultimate no-bake dessert you can prep ahead for any occasion.
Made with real cream, a touch of vanilla, and topped with a vibrant berry sauce, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results right from your kitchen — with only a handful of ingredients!
Perfect for dinner parties, date night, or impressing your guests with minimal effort.
👇 Full recipe below 👇
🧺 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Panna Cotta:
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract or 1 vanilla bean
2 1/4 tsp unflavored gelatin (1 packet)
Pinch of salt
For the Berry Coulis:
1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
2–3 tbsp sugar (to taste)
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp water (if needed)
👩🍳 Instructions
Bloom the gelatin in the milk for 5–10 minutes.
Heat cream, sugar, vanilla, and salt until just simmering.
Stir in bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
Strain the mixture and pour into ramekins or serving glasses.
Chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight until fully set.
Make the berry coulis by simmering berries with sugar and lemon juice. Blend and strain if desired.
Spoon berry sauce over set panna cotta, garnish with berries or mint, and serve.
💡 Pro Tips:
Use a vanilla bean for extra richness
Chill overnight for best texture
Great make-ahead option for entertaining
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