
Silky, tender panna cotta that melts on the tongue, balanced by a bright, lightly sweetened berry sauce. The recipe uses a simple gelatin technique for reliably smooth sets and finishes with a quick compote for contrast.
2 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
½ cup granulated sugar
2 ½ tsp powdered gelatin
3 tbsp cold water
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch salt
2 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
¼ cup granulated sugar (for sauce)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp unsalted butter
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.

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