Jersey Milk Panna Cotta with Balsamic Strawberry Compote

A creamy and light panna cotta made with rich Jersey milk, topped with a sweet and tangy balsamic strawberry compote. Perfect as a palate cleanser and dessert after a savory meal.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Calories

350 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£1.41/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

2cupsJersey Milk(Whole milk recommended for best flavor)

£1.20

0.5cupHeavy Cream

£1.10

0.3cupGranulated Sugar(Adjust to taste)

£0.10

1teaspoonVanilla Extract

£0.15

1tablespoonGelatin Powder

£0.30

0.3cupCold Water(For blooming the gelatin)

1pintFresh Strawberries(Hulled and quartered)

£2.50

2tablespoonsBalsamic Vinegar(Good quality)

£0.20

2tablespoonsGranulated Sugar(For the compote)

£0.10

Total Cost

£5.65

£1.41 per serving

Instructions

1.
Bloom the gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin powder over cold water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to soften.
2.
Heat the dairy: In a saucepan, combine Jersey milk, heavy cream, and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is just simmering. Do not boil.
3.
Dissolve the gelatin: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the bloomed gelatin and stir until completely dissolved. Stir in vanilla extract.
4.
Pour and chill: Pour the mixture into 4 small bowls or ramekins. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the panna cotta to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until set.
5.
Make the compote: While the panna cotta chills, prepare the balsamic strawberry compote. In a saucepan, combine the quartered strawberries, balsamic vinegar, and sugar.
6.
Cook the compote: Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften and release their juices, and the sauce thickens slightly (about 10-15 minutes). Let cool completely.
7.
Serve: To serve, top each panna cotta with a generous spoonful of the balsamic strawberry compote.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (175g)

350 kcal / 1464 kJ

Carbs

32g

12% of RDA

Fat

22g

31% of RDA

Protein

16% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

29 g

32% of RDA

Sodium

75 mg

3% of RDA

Saturated Fat

14 g

70% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a smoother panna cotta, you can strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before pouring it into the ramekins.

To easily unmold the panna cotta (though serving in the ramekins is fine), dip the bottom of each ramekin in warm water for a few seconds. Run a thin knife around the edge of the panna cotta and invert it onto a plate.

The balsamic strawberry compote can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld even further.

If you don't have Jersey milk, you can use regular whole milk, but the flavor will be slightly less rich.

Cooking Equipment

Saucepan

Small Bowls or Ramekins

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

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Chef's Tips

For a smoother panna cotta, you can strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before pouring it into the ramekins.

The balsamic strawberry compote can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld even further.

If you don't have Jersey milk, you can use regular whole milk, but the flavor will be slightly less rich.

Jersey Milk Panna Cotta with Balsamic Strawberry Compote

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