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chocolate panna cotta recipe

Chocolate Panna Cotta Parfaits Recipe

Chocolate panna cotta, a classic Italian dessert, is a rich and creamy dessert that combines the smoothness of cream with the indulgence of chocolate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Setting Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 6 ounce parfaits glasses

Equipment

  • 6 Parfait Glasses (6 ounces)

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Panna Cotta

  • 1 tablespoon Powdered Gelatin
  • 2 tablespoon Cold Water (to sprinkle gelatin over)
  • 3 Cups Heavy Cream
  • ⅓ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 5 Ounces Dark Chocolate finely chopped

Ganache Topping

  • 3 Fluid Ounces Heavy Cream
  • 5 Ounces Dark Chocolate, chopped finely

Instructions
 

Chocolate Panna Cotta

  • Sprinkle powdered gelatin over the cold water. Set aside to allow gelatin to set.
  • Place cream and granulated sugar in a medium-sized saucepan. Bring to a low boil over medium heat. Stir occasionally to avoid scorching the cream.
  • Remove from heat as soon as the cream begins to boil.
  • Add gelatin to the cream mixture and stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
  • Add the chocolate to the cream mixture. Let the chocolate and cream rest for 5 minutes then stir until smooth.
  • Pour mixture into a heat-proof measuring cup and distribute evenly between the 6 parfait glasses.
  • Place parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to set.

Ganache Topping (add after the panna cotta has set)

  • Heat heavy cream to a low boil. Pour over chocolate pieces and let sit for 5 minutes). Stir until smooth.
  • Pour chocolate ganache over the panna cotta in the parfait glasses. Place parfait glasses in fridge until ready to serve.
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