Panna cotta is one of the easiest no-bake desserts we can think of.

The ingredient list is short and simple, although somewhat indulgent.

Make this for a dinner party and your guests will be impressed by the presentation alone.

panna cotta with fresh berries and syrup on a plate

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Let sit for 5 minutes, until the gelatin blooms.

Stir to combine and let sit for 15 minutes, then remove the vanilla pod.

Pour into molds

Divide the mixture among molds.

whisking panna cotta mixture in a pot

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you’re free to use ramekins, a non-stick muffin pan, orsilicone ice trays.

Place in the fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Flip over to get your panna cotta to slide out.

adding gelatin to panna cotta mixture in a pot

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If using silicone ice trays, simply push the panna cotta out by pressing on the flexible bottom.

Some people like to top their panna cotta with jam, and who are we to argue.

Full Panna Cotta Recipe

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pouring panna cotta mixture into molds

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finished panna cotta on a plate

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