Description
Silky smooth Baileys Irish Cream Panna Cotta dances between rich dessert elegance and Irish whiskey charm. Creamy indulgence melts on your palate, offering a luxurious finale to any meal that celebrates sweet culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy:
- 1 cup Baileys Irish Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Thickening Agent:
- 2 teaspoons gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl, allowing it to hydrate and bloom for approximately 5 minutes.
- Combine Baileys Irish Cream, heavy cream, milk, and sugar in a saucepan, heating gently over medium temperature until sugar completely dissolves and mixture steams—avoiding boiling point.
- Remove saucepan from heat and incorporate bloomed gelatin, stirring thoroughly until completely integrated and smooth.
- Infuse the mixture with vanilla extract, ensuring even distribution throughout the liquid.
- Carefully transfer the creamy mixture into individual serving glasses or ramekins, maintaining a consistent pour to prevent air bubbles.
- Let the panna cotta rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to stabilize and begin initial cooling process.
- Carefully place the glasses in the refrigerator, allowing them to set and firm up for a minimum of 4 hours or preferably overnight.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with delicate whipped cream, finely grated chocolate shavings, or vibrant fresh berries to enhance visual appeal and flavor profile.
Notes
- Ensure gelatin is completely dissolved to prevent lumpy texture, gently stirring until smooth and uniform.
- Control heat carefully to avoid scorching cream or causing separation, maintaining a gentle simmer without boiling.
- Experiment with alternative liqueurs like Kahlúa or Amaretto for unique flavor variations that complement the creamy dessert.
- For lighter version, substitute half-and-half or whole milk instead of heavy cream, reducing overall fat content while maintaining creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: Irish Cuisine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg