Spiced Eggnog Panna Cotta with Nutmeg Dust

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-04 · Updated 2026-05-04

Silky eggnog-infused panna cotta enhanced with warm spices and topped with freshly grated nutmeg for a classic Christmas dessert. This Italian-inspired Christmas recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup eggnog
• 2 tsp unflavored gelatin powder
• 3 tbsp cold water
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp plus extra for dusting ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, sprinkle 2 tsp unflavored gelatin over 3 tbsp cold water and let bloom for 5 minutes.
2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup eggnog, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling (about 170°F).
3. Step 3: Remove saucepan from heat and stir in bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved, then mix in 1 tsp vanilla extract.
4. Step 4: Pour mixture evenly into 6 small ramekins or glasses. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
5. Step 5: Before serving, dust the tops with freshly grated nutmeg for an aromatic finish.