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Mango Coconut Panna Cotta

Mango Coconut Panna Cotta: A Tropical Dream Dessert

Indulge in a tropical escape with this Mango Coconut Panna Cotta, a creamy no-bake dessert that will transport your taste buds to paradise.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Dessert, Tropical, Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Coconut Layer
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Use full-fat canned coconut milk for best results.
  • 1 envelope Unflavored Gelatin Avoid flavored gelatin to maintain taste quality.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with light cream for a lighter version.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste for a perfectly balanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for high-quality vanilla for better results.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances the sweetness.
Mango Layer
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Essential for vibrant tropical flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Ripe Mango Frozen mango can be used if thawed thoroughly.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Serving Glasses

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bloom Gelatin: In 1/4 cup cold water, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes spongy.
  2. Dissolve Gelatin: Gently heat a portion of the coconut milk and whisk in the bloomed gelatin until it fully dissolves.
  3. Coconut Layer Preparation: In a mixing bowl, combine the gelatin mixture with the remaining coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  4. Mango Layer Preparation: Puree the fresh mango along with lime juice and a touch of sugar until smooth.
  5. Layering: Pour the coconut mixture into serving glasses, filling them halfway. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  6. Add Mango Layer: Gently spoon the mango puree over the coconut layer and refrigerate for at least 3 more hours, or ideally overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh mango chunks or toasted coconut flakes for a delightful crunch.

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