This melt in mouth Mango Panna Cotta is made without gelatin. I use agar agar instead to set this Italian dessert. Make a big batch with only 10 minutes of your active time. This fruit-filled dessert is suitable for vegetarians. Easy customization for vegans!
What are your criteria for an ideal dessert?
If you ask me then I have a few, It should – And if you agree on these points, then my friends you definitely gotta try this Mango Panna Cotta recipe.
My dessert dreams are filled with mangoes, lots, and lots of mangoes. I use fresh mangoes when they are in season. Other times, a can of mango puree or frozen mangoes work like a charm. This way I enjoy them all year round. If you are an ardent mango lover like me then try my eggless mango cake and this easy mango mousse without gelatin for sure.
What is Panna Cotta?
You may have tried Panna Cotta at your local Italian restaurant. It comes decked up in a glass or well garnished, set up sitting on a plate. Panna Cotta is a famous Italian dessert made with heavy cream, flavoring, and sugar. It is set using gelatin and served with a fruit-based sauce, fruit jelly, or compote. This dessert looks fancy but it is one of the easiest desserts you can make at home. It is such an easy recipe that fits from casual to special occasions. Panna Cotta is made with very few ingredients that are easily available in stores. It doesn’t require any special tools. A simple cooking pan and spoon will work great!
Why try this panna cotta recipe?
My panna cotta recipe is made without gelatin. I use agar agar instead,(a plant-based gelling agent to set the panna cotta). So, this recipe is ideal for vegetarians. Instead of serving plain vanilla panna cotta with fruit compote or sauce on the side, I have actually made the panna cotta using the fruit. The yummy mango sauce on the top just adds a double dose of mango goodness. Flavoring I have used an Indian spin on this Italian classic. Cardamom and Saffron compliments the flavor of the mango so well I put some butterscotch essence that totally elevated the taste of this mango panna cotta. It is completely optional. You can use vanilla extract as well. Consider making this dessert on Diwali, Raksha Bandhan, or any Indian festival.
Step by Step Instructions to make Mango Panna Cotta
In a heavy bottom pan mix in heavy cream, milk, and mango puree. Cook on medium heat until warm. Add in the flavoring and cook until a simmer. Stir occasionally in between to avoid it to burn at the bottom.
In the meantime, take a small pan and whisk in the water and agar agar powder. Whisk until lump-free. Let it sit for 5 minutes. Now cook this mixture on medium heat until the agar agar is completely dissolved. Bring it to a simmer and switch off the flame.
Add the warm agar agar mixture to the hot mango mixture by whisking it constantly.
Strain the mixture carefully in another container using a sieve.
Now work soon as the mixture will set once it starts cooling. Pour the mixture into desired molds, glasses, cups, or a deep dish to set. Once it cools down cover it with plastic wrap and transfer it in the refrigerator to set further. Panna cotta made with agar agar sets in 4-6 hours.
Once the panna cotta is set with adequate chilling remove it from the fridge and garnish if desired. Just before serving top it with the mango sauce. If you have set it in the pan then just cut into equal pieces, loosen the sides and slide a spatula to take it out.
Possible substitutions
How to store panna cotta?
Panna cotta stays well in the fridge for up to 3 days without losing shape. So, it is a great dessert option to make in advance.
Important tips to make the best mango panna cotta
Refer to the details on the type of mangoes to use given. Understand the difference between agar agar and gelatin proportion guide mentioned. Always mix agar agar with water before heating it. Adding it to hot water will clump the agar agar. Have fun with different molds and glasses to set the panna cotta.
Agar-agar VS Gelatin
Agar Agar is derived from plants, seaweed to be specific, and suitable for vegetarians and vegan. It is naturally gluten-free as well. Gelatin is derived from the skin and bones of animals. So, it is non-vegetarian. Agar agar gels up really well to set any dessert that you would set using gelatin. But it sets firmer than gelatin.
What type of agar agar to use?
If you have agar agar strands, flakes or block then refer to this link here for easy conversion.
Standard Conversion: 1 teaspoon agar powder = 1 tablespoon agar flakes=⅓rd cup agar strands cut into small pieces.
What type of mangoes to use?
When mangoes are in season, I like to use fresh mangoes. So if you do you will have to add sugar to the recipe. I prefer Atoulfo mangoes when in the United States and Alphonso or Kesar Mangoes when in India. Red mangoes are fibrous and won’t work for this recipe. Frozen mangoes are a good option too, though they have a very subtle mango taste. Off-season or any day of the year, I like the convenience of canned mango puree. I prefer the Alphonso or Kesar mango ras tins found in Indian grocery stores.
How to make Fresh Mango Puree?
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Looking for a skinny panna cotta recipe then try my Low Carb Coffee Almond Panna Cotta ( Vegan). Do try my Vegan Chocolate Panna Cotta recipe without gelatin and agar agar. Or make this fusion masterpiece Mango Panna Cotta with Sevai Kheer for your next special occasion.
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