Indulge in the divine richness of dark chocolate panna cotta, a classic Italian dessert that captivates taste buds with its silky smooth texture and intense chocolate flavor. This elegant dessert, originating from the Piedmont region of Italy, is a symphony of simplicity, comprised of cream, milk, sugar, dark chocolate, and gelatin. Adorned with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cocoa powder, dark chocolate panna cotta is a culinary masterpiece that embodies both simplicity and decadence.
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DARK CHOCOLATE PANNA COTTA
Everything about this dessert, from the pretty presentation to its silky smooth texture, says "special." Rich chocolate is accented by the flavor of sweet, ripe berries perfectly. -Susan Asanovic, Wilton, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place cranberry sauce in a food processor; cover and process until pureed. Strain and discard pulp. Stir in 3 tablespoons liqueur; set aside., In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over milk; let stand for 1 minute. Meanwhile, place chocolate in another small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream, sugar and salt just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth., Stir a small amount of chocolate mixture into gelatin mixture until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in 1 cup cranberry puree and vanilla. Pour into eight 6-oz. custard cups. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining cranberry puree and liqueur; cover and refrigerate until serving., Unmold onto serving plates. Serve with sauce and garnish with raspberries and mint if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
WHITE CHOCOLATE PANNA COTTA WITH DARK CHOCOLATE SAUCE
Delicate & cool with two kinds of chocolate for an easy but elegant & satisfying dessert. From those talented folks at Southern Living. Panna cotta needs to chill 24 hours before serving. I like to make in ramekins & invert the panna cotta onto serving plates in puddle of warm dark chocolate sauce. Make the dark chocolate sauce shortly before serving & drizzle it on the cold panna cottas immediately before serving. Garnish with mint sprigs if you want to gild the lily.
Provided by Busters friend
Categories Gelatin
Time 19m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- For Panna Cotta:.
- Sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup milk in a small bowl; stir until moistened. Let stand 5 minutes. (Mixture will be lumpy.).
- Cook whipping cream, chocolate morsels, and sugar in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes or until morsels are melted and sugar is dissolved.
- Remove from heat, and add gelatin mixture, stirring until mixture is dissolved.
- Stir in remaining 1 1/4 cups milk.
- Pour mixture evenly into 4 to 6 stemmed glasses or 6 (8-oz.) ramekins. Cover and chill 24 hours. Serve with Dark Chocolate Sauce. Garnish, if desired.
- For Dark Chocolate Sauce:.
- Microwave chocolate and cream in a small microwave-safe bowl at HIGH 1 1/2 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring every 30 seconds.
- Drizzle spoonfuls on panna cotta immediately before serving if using stemmed glasses or invert the panna cottas onto a puddle of the chocolate sauce.
DARK CHOCOLATE & CARAMEL PANNA COTTA
Steps:
- For caramel, in a medium heavy saucepan, stir together the 1/4 cup whipping cream, the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally; reduce heat to medium. Boil gently for 2 minutes more. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Set aside while preparing chocolate mixture. 2. Place water in a small bowl. Sprinkle gelatin over the surface. Let stand for 5 minutes to soften. 3. For chocolate mixture, in a medium saucepan, combine the 1 cup whipping cream and the granulated sugar. Heat over medium-low heat until the mixture almost comes to a boil. Remove from heat. Add softened gelatin; stir until it dissolves. Add Ghirardelli® 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chips. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir to mix in chocolate. Whisk in sour cream. 4. Fill twelve 2-ounce shot glasses, ramekins, or other small dessert dishes 1/3 to 1/2 full of chocolate mixture. Chill for 20 minutes or until just set. Divide caramel evenly among the glasses; chill for 15 minutes. Spoon on or pour in the remaining chocolate mixture. Chill for at least 30 minutes. 5. In a small bowl, beat the 1/4 cup whipping cream and the powdered sugar until soft peaks form (tips curl). To serve, top each shot glass with a dollop of whipped cream, and, If desired, a piece of Ghirardelli Milk & Caramel SQUARES (TM) Chocolate.
Tips:
- For a smoother panna cotta, use a fine-mesh sieve to strain the cream mixture before pouring it into the ramekins.
- Do not overboil the cream mixture, as this can cause the panna cotta to become grainy.
- Allow the panna cotta to cool completely before refrigerating, as this will help it to set properly.
- When unmolding the panna cotta, dip the ramekins in hot water for a few seconds to loosen the panna cotta.
- Garnish the panna cotta with fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of caramel sauce before serving.
Conclusion:
Dark chocolate panna cotta is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and creamy texture, this panna cotta is sure to please everyone. By following the tips above, you can make a perfect dark chocolate panna cotta that will impress your friends and family.
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