This creamy lemon panna cotta is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian dessert. Smooth, silky, and lightly flavored with fresh lemon zest, it is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. The best part? It looks elegant but is surprisingly easy to make. If you’re a fan of light desserts, don’t miss our Fruit Tartlets or Madeleines for more delicate treats.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 packet (7g) unflavored gelatin
- 3 tbsp cold water
- Fresh berries & mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 3 tablespoons of cold water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
- In a saucepan, heat cream, sugar, and lemon zest over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
- Add lemon juice and mix well. Strain mixture for extra smoothness.
- Pour into serving glasses or ramekins and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Garnish with fresh berries and mint leaves before serving.
Tips & Variations
✦ For extra flavor, try topping with Quick Cheesecake Bites crumbles.
✦ Use Meyer lemons for a sweeter citrus note.
✦ For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with milk.
✦ Learn more about the health benefits of lemons for your diet.
