Creamy, sweet, decadent Coffee Panna Cotta FTW! Is there anything better??
Watch this video on how to make Coffee Panna Cotta!
I’ve known about Panna Cotta for awhile, but it wasn’t until Cody and I’s honeymoon that I was able to taste it for the first time. I completely fell in love! It was the perfect balance of creamy and soft, yet it held together.
While it seems like a fancy, out-of-reach dessert, it’s actually REALLY easy to make. And you guys know how I’m all about that easy recipe life!
This Coffee Panna Cotta recipe is easy to make and perfect for having friends over!
Or, you know…perfect for just YOU. You don’t have to tell me twice to make a creamy, delicious dessert for myself! I’m all in, y’all.
And anyway, it’s seriously one of my most favorite desserts right now. So obsessed with the contrast between the earthy taste of the coffee and the sweet, creamy taste of the “cream”!
In this case, I ended up choosing the Coffee-mate Coconut Caramel Latte flavor. And I’m not complaining about the fact that I have some leftover for every day coffee usage, ya know? It’s a pretty sweet deal (pun very much intended)! ←—- You can thank Cody for influencing me with his newfound interest in dad jokes and puns. Yep.
If you head to Walmart this week, do yourself a favor and pick up one of these Coffee-mate creamer flavors (or check out more flavors and recipes here). Be sure to keep your eyes peeled May 10-13th for an in-store sampling event, too! Then come back and make this very necessary Coffee Panna Cotta recipe. You’ll thank me later, friend! 😉
Coffee Panna Cotta
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup Coffee-mate® Dessert Creamers
- 2 envelopes gelatin
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 Tbsp instant coffee
- 1 3/4 cup water
Instructions
- Bring 1 ½ cups of the milk and the full amount of the creamer to a simmer.
- Remove from heat and add ¾ of the gelatin packet, mixing until it completely dissolves (you will not need the rest of the packet).
- Place a glass cup at an angle (if desired) in a ramekin and pour the milk mixture into the glass.
- Keeping the cup at an angle, place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Continue setting the milk mixture by placing the cup in the freezer for 30 minutes, and then back in the refrigerator for another 30 minutes.
- While the milk mixture is setting, bring the water, coffee, remaining milk, and vanilla to a simmer.
- Remove from heat and add in ¾ of the second gelatin packet, mixing until it completely dissolves.
- Remove the cup from the refrigerator and set upright.
- Pour the coffee mixture over the set milk mixture and set in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Repeat step 5.
- Serve and enjoy!
Jenny says:
OMG, this is an absolute treat! Very easy and delicious. My favorite coffee/dessert this holiday season, I am obsessed. Thanks so much!
Melanie Cagle replied:
Absolutely divine. I tend to not use cream in my coffee… but after trying this Panna cotta I’m a convert. This recipe is delicious
Ben M says:
I am not gonna lie. I didn’t make this for people coming over. I made it for me and I shared some with my wife. lol. It was delicious and this is a spectacular recipe.
Amanda says:
Oh, my, this panna cotta is divine! The coffee flavor is just perfect, and I’m in love with the delicate, creamy texture. Must make!
Bernice Hill says:
You are so right. Panna cotta sounds and looks so fancy but it’s super easy to make. I would love to try your recipe. I love how it looks kind of like a reverse latte with the coffee on top. I just want to take a spoon and dig in!
jill says:
I’m so excited! This is going to be perfect for Christmas! So pretty to serve and who could go wrong with coconut caramel! Thanks for sharing!
Sarah says:
This sounds so delicious and refreshing! Beautiful photos, too!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says:
This is amazing! I love these flavors together and this makes such a tasty dessert. The coffee is perfect.
Angela Cardamone @marathonsandmotivation.com says:
This recipe is so delicious! I can’t wait to make it again, it will be perfect for a Sunday brunch too!!
Freda@tea kettles says:
Just brilliant & awesome article. Can’t wait to follow your tips & tricks. Really great. Thanks a lot. Keep this up. Happy blogging.
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you so much! 🙂
Alisa Fleming says:
Panna cotta is one of those desserts that not only have I never made, but I’ve never had it! I didn’t realize it was so easy. And you made it so beautifully – what a cool design!
Jessica Levinson says:
Love how easy this is to make and the way you did the layers! I can see why this is a favorite dessert for you! Looks so delicious!
Tarah says:
Oh my gosh – those are beautiful!!!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Tarah!
Natalie R says:
This looks delicious! I was wondering if this could be dairy free – using nut milk and coffee-mate’s natural bliss dairy free creamers?
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Natalie! I think it could absolutely be dairy free. Coconut milk pairs really well with the coffee! I haven’t tried out the dairy free creamers, but I’m sure they’re amazing and would be wonderful in this recipe!
WILSON says:
Yeah.. You should try panna cotta. Its very awesome!!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says:
I’ve always admired panna cotta but I can’t say I remember ever trying it. Your version looks incredible! I love the coffee layer and the fact that it’s dairy-free!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Alyssa! I hope you enjoy it!!! 🙂