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Grapefruit Panna Cotta

A creamy, silky Italian dessert infused with the bright and zesty notes of grapefruit, perfect for impressing guests or indulging yourself.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed is best)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons gelatin powder
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1 unit Zest of 1 grapefruit
  • 1 pinch of salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine the cold water and gelatin powder. Stir gently, and allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until it blooms.
  2. In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, sugar, grapefruit zest, and a pinch of salt. Over medium heat, stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is just about to simmer. Do not let it boil.
  3. Once the cream mixture is hot, remove it from the heat. Add the bloomed gelatin and stir until fully dissolved.
  4. Stir in the freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, mixing well to combine all the flavors.
  5. Carefully pour the mixture into individual serving glasses or molds. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
  6. Once set, serve your grapefruit panna cotta as is, or top it with fresh grapefruit segments and a sprig of mint for added flair.

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute half of the heavy cream with whole milk. Prepare the panna cotta the night before for best results. Avoid boiling the cream mixture to ensure proper setting.