Description
An elegant, dairy-free dessert that is light, refreshing, and perfect for dinner parties. This coconut mango panna cotta requires zero baking and can be made ahead of time for stress-free hosting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (13.5 oz each) full-fat canned coconut milk
- 2 large ripe mangoes (about 600g flesh)
- 2 packets (14g) unflavored gelatin
- 1/3 cup (80ml) cold water
- 1/2 cup (120ml) simple syrup (made from 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water)
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: fresh mango cubes, toasted coconut flakes, mint leaves
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin: Sprinkle gelatin powder over cold water in a small bowl and let sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes spongy.
- Heat the coconut milk: Pour coconut milk into a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat until warm (120-130°F), stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
- Dissolve the gelatin: Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm coconut milk and whisk thoroughly until completely dissolved.
- Add flavorings: Remove from heat and stir in simple syrup, lime juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Pour into ramekins: Divide the mixture evenly among 6-8 ramekins or glasses.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Make mango topping: While panna cotta sets, blend fresh mangoes until smooth. Strain if desired for a silkier texture.
- Assemble and serve: Spoon mango puree over the set panna cotta. Garnish with fresh mango, toasted coconut, or mint. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use full-fat canned coconut milk, not carton milk. Do not boil the coconut milk to prevent separation. For a vegan version, substitute gelatin with agar-agar (1 tsp agar powder per 2 packets gelatin) and boil to activate. The dessert tastes better after sitting in the fridge for 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin with mango
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
Keywords: dairy-free, coconut mango, panna cotta, gluten-free, summer dessert, party dessert, no-bake, vegan option