Chocolate Milk Panna Cotta

This rich and creamy dessert seems fancy, but it's so easy to make. Prepare ahead of time for a simple, decadent treat to satisfy that sweet tooth.

15 min
Prep Time
4 hrs to Overnight
Cook Time
4
Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Crystal Deluxe Whole Chocolate Milk
  • 1 cup Crystal Heavy Cream
  • 1 packet (2ΒΌ teaspoon) unflavored gelatin
  • 3 tablespoons sugar (optional, depending on your sweetness preference)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Products used

  • Deluxe Whole Chocolate Milk

  • Heavy Cream

Directions

  • Step 1

    Bloom the Gelatin. Pour 3 tablespoons cold water into a small bowl. Sprinkle gelatin over the water and let it sit for 5 minutes until spongy.

  • Step 2

    Heat the Base. In a saucepan, combine chocolate milk, heavy cream, sugar (if using), and a pinch of salt. Heat gently over medium until steaming.

  • Step 3

    Add the Gelatin. Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.

  • Step 4

    Add Vanilla. Stir in the vanilla extract for extra depth.

  • Step 5

    Strain & Pour. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a measuring cup. Pour into ramekins, cups, or glasses.

  • Step 6

    Chill. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until set.

  • Step 7

    Serve. Enjoy as is or optional garnish: whipped cream, shaved chocolate, berries, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

    Recipe courtesy of Mandy Hwang (@eatswithmandy)