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Cranberry mousse upgrades holiday panna cotta delight

Panna cotta transforms into a Christmas dessert, thanks to cranberry mousse. It is a perfectly balanced dessert, where the sweet cream is complemented by tart cranberries.

Panna cotta with cranberries
Panna cotta with cranberries
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Panna cotta is not typically the first choice when we think of holiday desserts. However, in this version, it quickly wins over the hearts of all guests. This light dessert is perfect after heavy main courses, bringing a bit of freshness to the traditional menu.

Panna cotta with cranberries - a recipe for a holiday dessert

The combination of delicate, creamy panna cotta with tart cranberries creates a harmonious flavor composition, perfect for the holiday table. It's a delicious alternative to classic poppy seed cakes and cheesecakes, eagerly chosen by sweet lovers.

Panna cotta is a layered dessert that is beautifully served in transparent glasses or bowls. It not only tastes great but also adds an elegant touch to the table.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup heavy cream (about 30% fat)
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons gelatin

Cranberry Sauce:

  • 5 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water

Decoration:

  • rosemary
  • fresh cranberries coated in sugar

Preparation Method:

Step 1. Pour the heavy cream into a saucepan. Add milk and sugar, and mix while heating. Finally, add the vanilla extract.

Panna cotta is made from milk and cream.
Panna cotta is made from milk and cream.© delicacies

Step 2. Dissolve the gelatin in water and let it swell. Then add it to the cream mixture and mix thoroughly. Pour into bowls and refrigerate for 3 hours until set.

Panna cotta
Panna cotta© delicacies

Step 3. Place the washed cranberries in a saucepan, add water and sugar, and heat while crushing the mixture. Then blend into a smooth mass and strain through a sieve to remove seeds and skins. This will make the cranberry mousse smooth and delicious.

Cranberry mousse will balance the sweet panna cotta.
Cranberry mousse will balance the sweet panna cotta.© Licensor

Step 4. Pour the prepared mousse over the chilled panna cotta. Decorate with sugar-coated cranberries and a sprig of rosemary. Enjoy!

Cranberry panna cotta will be perfect for the holidays.
Cranberry panna cotta will be perfect for the holidays.© delicacies

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