Coffee Panna Cotta
Silky. Elegant. Coffee-Infused. Italian Perfection.
A silky Italian dessert infused with bold coffee flavor — elegant, creamy, and surprisingly simple to make. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself. ☕🍮
Ingredients
For the Panna Cotta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp instant espresso powder
- 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 tsp unflavored gelatin powder (1 packet)
- 3 tbsp cold water
For the Coffee Caramel Sauce (Optional)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Pinch of salt
How to Make It
- Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cream, milk, sugar, espresso powder, and brewed coffee. Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot (do not boil).
- Remove from heat. Add bloomed gelatin and stir until fully dissolved. Stir in vanilla.
- Pour into 4–6 ramekins or glasses. Let cool slightly, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- For the sauce: melt sugar in a saucepan until amber. Add coffee, cream, butter, and salt. Stir until smooth. Cool.
- To serve: run a knife around the edge and invert onto a plate, or serve in the glass. Drizzle with coffee caramel sauce.
Dr. Kesha's Tip: Make it the night before for the creamiest, most set texture. The coffee caramel sauce takes it to the next level!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Chill Time: 4+ hours | Makes: 4–6 servings | Best enjoyed chilled




