Honey-Lemon Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta

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Silky panna cotta made with creamy Greek yogurt, sweetened with honey, and brightened with fresh lemon zest for a refreshing finish. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers whole milk, granulated sugar, gelatin powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, sprinkle 2 1/4 tsp gelatin powder over 3 tbsp cold water and let bloom for 5 minutes until gelatin absorbs the water and swells.
  2. Step 2: In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup whole milk and 1/4 cup granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring frequently until sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
  3. Step 3: Remove the milk mixture from heat and whisk in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved and smooth.
  4. Step 4: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups full-fat Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup honey, 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until creamy.
  5. Step 5: Gradually fold the warm milk and gelatin mixture into the yogurt mixture until fully combined and smooth.
  6. Step 6: Divide the mixture evenly into 6 small ramekins or glasses. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
  7. Step 7: Before serving, optionally drizzle additional honey and sprinkle lemon zest on top for garnish.

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