Description
Craving a smooth and elegant dessert that’s light, tropical, and perfect for make-ahead entertaining? This coconut panna cotta is everything you want in a no-bake dessert—silky texture, rich coconut flavor, and a show-stopping look. Whether you need a quick breakfast treat, an easy dinner dessert, or a healthy snack to enjoy chilled, this easy recipe fits the bill. Top it with fruits or chocolate for even more breakfast ideas, dessert options, or refreshing food ideas.
Ingredients
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) powdered gelatin
3 tablespoons cold water
1/2 cup diced mango (for garnish)
1/4 cup chopped kiwi (for garnish)
2 tablespoons chocolate cookie crumbs or chocolate soil (for garnish)
Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Sprinkle the powdered gelatin evenly over cold water in a small bowl and let it bloom for 5–10 minutes.
2. In a saucepan, combine coconut milk and sugar. Heat over medium until sugar dissolves. Do not boil.
3. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and bloomed gelatin. Whisk until gelatin fully dissolves.
4. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve to ensure smoothness.
5. Pour into ramekins or molds, tapping gently to release air bubbles.
6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
7. To serve, unmold by dipping the ramekin in warm water and inverting onto a plate.
8. Garnish with mango, kiwi, chocolate crumbs, and mint leaves.
Notes
Do not substitute light coconut milk—only full-fat gives proper creaminess and texture.
Chill uncovered for 30 minutes before covering to prevent moisture buildup.
For a vegan version, substitute gelatin with agar-agar and follow the same process.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian, Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (about 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg