Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries and Pistachio Praline recipe.

Serves: 6

Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus 4 hours to set)

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes

This elegant dessert combines the creamy subtle flavour of vanilla bean panna cotta with the fresh sweet burst of berries and the crunchy nutty delight of pistachio praline. It's a perfect blend of textures and flavours that's sure to impress at any dinner party or special occasion.

Ingredients

For the Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta:

• 2 cups heavy cream

• 1/2 cup whole milk

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped

• 2 teaspoons gelatin powder

• 3 tablespoons cold water

For the Fresh Berries:

• 2 cups mixed fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)

For the Pistachio Praline:

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons water

• 1/2 cup pistachios, roughly chopped

Instructions

Make the Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta:

1. Bloom Gelatin:

   Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl and let stand for 5-10 minutes to soften.

2. Heat Cream Mixture:

   In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, sugar, and the vanilla bean (pod and seeds). Heat over medium until hot but not boiling, stirring to dissolve the sugar.

3. Dissolve Gelatin:

   Remove the cream mixture from heat, discard the vanilla bean pod, and add the softened gelatin. Stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

4. Pour and Chill:

   Divide the mixture among 6 serving glasses or ramekins. Chill in the refrigerator until set, about 4 hours or overnight.

Prepare the Fresh Berries:

1. Mix Berries:

   Combine the berries with sugar (if using) in a bowl. Let them macerate at room temperature while the panna cotta sets, or refrigerate if preparing in advance.

Make the Pistachio Praline:

1. Caramelise Sugar:

   In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Increase the heat and cook without stirring until it turns a golden amber color.

2. Add Pistachios:

   Stir in the chopped pistachios, then quickly pour the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Spread into a thin layer and let cool completely.

   Break Praline:

3. Once cooled, break the praline into small shards or roughly chop.

Assemble the Dessert:

Top Panna Cotta:

1. Once the panna cotta is set, top each with a generous spoonful of the fresh berries.

   Add Praline:

2. Sprinkle over the pistachio praline shards just before serving.

This vanilla bean panna cotta with fresh berries and pistachio praline offers a symphony of flavors and textures, from the smooth, creamy panna cotta to the sweet, juicy berries and the crunchy, nutty praline. Enjoy this beautiful, refreshing dessert as the perfect finale to any meal.

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