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Cardamom Panna Cotta with Pears

Silky Cardamom Panna Cotta with Pears for Effortless Elegance

A gourmet dessert combining rich cardamom panna cotta with sweet poached pears, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Panna Cotta Base
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream adds richness
  • 1 cup Milk balances creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Gelatin Powder essential for setting
  • 2 pods Cardamom Pods for infusion
Poached Pears
  • 2 cups White Wine or apple juice
  • 2 pieces Pears any variety, peeled and halved
Garnish
  • Mint Leaves
  • Lemon Zest

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Strainer
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

Panna Cotta Preparation
  1. Soak gelatin powder in cold water for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and sugar over medium heat.
  3. Remove from heat, add crushed cardamom pods, and infuse for 10 minutes.
  4. Strain the mixture to remove cardamom pods and add soaked gelatin, stirring until dissolved.
  5. Pour the mixture into individual serving glasses.
Pears Preparation
  1. Bring white wine to a gentle simmer in a saucepan.
  2. Add peeled and halved pears, poaching for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
  3. Remove pears and let them cool in the poaching liquid.
Assembly
  1. Invert the glasses to showcase the panna cotta’s shape.
  2. Slice poached pears and arrange them on top of the panna cotta.
  3. Garnish with mint leaves or lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, cool the panna cotta to room temperature before refrigerating and always strain the mixture for a silky texture.

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