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Creamy Coconut Lime Panna Cotta

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A silky smooth panna cotta combining rich coconut milk and cream with bright lime zest and juice, topped with crisp toasted coconut flakes. This easy homemade dessert is perfect for warm weather and impresses with its refreshing tropical flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons (about 7 g) gelatin powder
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) water
  • Zest of 2 medium limes
  • Juice of 1 ½ medium limes (about 3 tablespoons / 45 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (40 g) toasted unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Bloom the gelatin by sprinkling 2 teaspoons (7 g) of gelatin powder over 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of cold water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until spongy and swollen.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk, 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, and 1/3 cup (65 g) sugar. Warm over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling (about 5 minutes).
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the zest of 2 limes and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm coconut mixture and whisk vigorously until fully dissolved. If grainy, gently warm again off heat while stirring to smooth out.
  5. Stir in the juice of 1 ½ limes (about 3 tablespoons / 45 ml).
  6. Pour the mixture evenly into 4 to 6 ramekins or small glasses. Let cool slightly on the counter for about 10 minutes.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight until set but still slightly jiggly.
  8. Just before serving, toast 1/2 cup (40 g) unsweetened coconut flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until golden brown and fragrant (3-5 minutes).
  9. Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over each panna cotta and optionally garnish with a lime wedge or extra zest.

Notes

Bloom gelatin in cold water before adding to warm liquid to avoid lumps. Do not boil the mixture to preserve gelatin setting ability. Use fresh lime zest and juice for best flavor. Toast coconut flakes just before serving to maintain crunch. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut cream and gelatin with agar agar (texture will differ).

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