Quick Vanilla Almond Panna Cotta

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-14 · Updated 2026-06-14

A silky panna cotta infused with vanilla and almond extract, set in under an hour for an elegant yet easy dessert. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, layers heavy cream, 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 320 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp gelatin powder
• 3 tbsp cold water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp almond extract

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, sprinkle 1 tbsp gelatin powder over 3 tbsp cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups heavy cream and 1/3 cup granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling, about 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Remove from heat and whisk in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/4 tsp almond extract.
5. Step 5: Pour the mixture evenly into 4 ramekins or small glasses. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until set.
6. Step 6: To serve, run a knife around the edges and unmold onto serving plates or enjoy directly in the ramekins.