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Passionfruit Panna Cotta

Passionfruit Panna Cotta

Passionfruit panna cotta is a smooth, creamy Italian dessert with a tropical twist. The rich, velvety panna cotta is infused with vanilla and topped with tangy passionfruit puree, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. It’s an easy yet impressive dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chillin 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian, tropical
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 vanilla bean split and scraped or 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp unflavored gelatin
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 1 cup passionfruit puree
  • Fresh passionfruit pulp for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Cream Base
  1. In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla bean (or extract).
  2. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally, until the sugar fully dissolves. Do not boil.
Bloom the Gelatin
  1. In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.
Combine Gelatin and Cream
  1. Remove the cream mixture from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin. Mix well until fully dissolved.
Add Passionfruit Puree
  1. Let the mixture cool slightly, then gently stir in the passionfruit puree.
Pour into Molds
  1. Pour the mixture into serving glasses or ramekins.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until set.
Serve and Garnish
  1. Before serving, top with fresh passionfruit pulp.
  2. Optionally, add a few mint leaves or crushed pistachios for extra texture.

Notes

  • Choosing Passionfruit: Pick fruits that are slightly wrinkled—they are at their sweetest and most flavorful.
  • Avoid Overheating Cream: If the mixture gets too hot, it can affect the texture of the panna cotta.
  • Serving Tip: Run a knife around the edges of the mold and dip the bottom in warm water for a few seconds to easily unmold the panna cotta.