Smooth, creamy, and infused with espresso, this panna cotta is what happens when elegance meets caffeine addiction. The coffee mousse on top adds a velvety contrast, making every spoonful a mix of rich and airy perfection. No baking, no drama—just a decadent dessert that looks fancy but requires minimal effort. Serve it at a dinner party to impress, or eat it alone in your pajamas. Either way, it’s a win.
Coffee Mousse Panna Cotta
A silky panna cotta infused with bold coffee flavors, topped with an airy mousse for a luxurious yet effortless dessert.
Ingredients
For the Coffee Panna Cotta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp instant espresso powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tsp gelatin powder
- 2 tbsp cold water
For the Coffee Mousse
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp gelatin optional, for stability
For Garnish
- Cocoa powder for dusting
- Dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
Prepare the Panna Cotta
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- Heat cream, milk, sugar, and espresso powder in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
- Whisk in bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
- Strain the mixture and pour into ramekins.
- Chill for at least 3 hours.
Make the Coffee Mousse
- Whip heavy cream, sugar, espresso powder, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- If using gelatin, dissolve it in 1 tbsp warm water and mix into the mousse.
- Spoon or pipe mousse over the set panna cotta.
- Chill for an additional hour.
Garnish and Serve
- Dust with cocoa powder or top with chocolate shavings.
- Serve chilled and watch people pretend they don’t want seconds.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 3%
- Magnesium: 4%
- Potassium: 5%
- Vitamin A: 8%
