This Chocolate Panna Cotta is rich and creamy and will definitely satisfy your chocolate craving. Beautiful, decadent chocolate Panna Cotta is not only simple to make but also delicious, gluten free, sugar free, low carb and Keto friendly.
Sometimes you just crave chocolate, but don't want all of the unnecessary calories and sugar. If you agree, then this panna cotta is for you.
Besides the fact that it is extremely difficult to eat and enjoy food when you can't taste or smell, but I am trying to eat foods that I normally love. If you follow me on Instagram then you see that I keep making my Keto Avocado Chocolate Pudding a lot lately.
It was always one of my favorite healthy, sugar free treats and I love the texture. So I am still making it all the time for some healthy fats.
If you are looking for some other delicious sugar free desserts, you will love this Chocolate Mousse Cake, Lemon Blueberry Cake, No Bake Lemon Mousse Pie, Chocolate Brownie Cookies and these One Bowl Blondies.
These would all be even better with this Apple Chai Latte, Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate or even this Spiked Apple Cider!
Why You Should Make This Chocolate Panna Cotta
I haven't had panna cotta in years but I used to love the texture, and of course the taste. I decided to create one that is sugar free and gluten free so I can enjoy it now.
The best part of this that it looks so fancy but it really is simple to make. I promise.
I have been pretty strict with what I am eating to try to get rid of this inflammation in my body. I normally eat sugar free, gluten free and grain free, I am just trying to go over the top nourishing my body right now.
Yes, there is dairy in here which I have been cutting down on to reduce inflammation, but a girl has to live a little. I said I am reducing dairy, not eliminating it.
Recipe Ingredients
You only need eight simple ingredients to make these (one of them being water) so it's simple to make too. You guys know I don't make any recipes that are crazy difficult or that take hours to make.
- Heavy whipping cream - I use the Organic Whipping Cream from Trader Joe's that is located near the milk.
- Monk fruit - I use the kind where the ingredients are only 100% cocoa powder and nothing else. I like this one.
- Gelatin powder - As I stated above gelatin is crucial to the jiggly texture of this chocolate Panna Cotta.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder - I use the kind where the ingredients are only 100% cocoa powder and nothing else. I like this one.
- Vanilla extract - I like to use 100% pure vanilla extract because it just plain old tastes better! Why use imitation vanilla when you can have the real thing?
- Ground coffee - This is totally optional but using instant ground coffee will enhance the chocolate flavor in this recipe.
How To Make This Chocolate Panna Cotta
Start by adding some gelatin to water. I use this brand because it is tastelesss, pasture-raised and grass fed. It is also NON-GMO, gluten free and dairy free.
I also use this same brand Collagen Peptides which is also tasteless, Non-GMO, pasture-raised and grass fed, I add it to my hot tea but you can add it to any drink and it is completely dissolvable.
Collagen Peptides have shown to help growth and health of your hair, skin, nails, joints and ligaments, and tendons, which is extremely important for those in our 30's and 40's.
Ok, I am getting off topic. I just love raving about all of the benefits of collagen.
Back to these gorgeous panna cottas...
Place the rest of the ingredients in a small saucepan and stir to combine. Break any clumps that might appear.
Place the saucepan over the stove in medium heat and add the gelatin powder mixture. Stir regularly until boiling, then stir continuously for 1 more minute and remove from the stove.
Allow mixture to cool, pour into the panna cotta molds or ramekins and refrigerate to allow the mixture to sit. Just wait a little bit for this creamy and incredible panna cotta.
Personally I've made these with both the silicone molds and the ramekins and they both taste delicious, but using the silicone molds make it so much easier to remove.
These have such a gorgeous presentation and will absolutely impress your guests. The best part is that they look so fancy but they really are simple to make.
Recipe FAQ's and Expert Tips
My only guess would be that you didn't give enough time to set up or that you let the gelatin mixture boil. You only need to bring the mixture to a very slight, low boil or it lose its thickening abilities.
This should have a jello-like consistency and be firm and jiggly when plated.
I definitely make these ahead of time. Simply cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate!
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Keto Cheesecake from Gimme Delicious
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Chocolate Panna Cotta
Ingredients
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons granular Monk fruit
- 3 teaspoons gelatin powder
- ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground coffee (optional but it does enhance the chocolate flavor)
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Mix gelatin powder with water in a small bowl and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Place the rest of the ingredients in a small saucepan and stir to combine. Break any clumps that might appear.
- Place the saucepan over the stove in medium heat and add the gelatin powder mixture. Stir regularly until a very slight low boil, then stir continuously for 1 more minute and remove from the stove.
- Let cool for 30 minutes before pouring it into 6 ounce ramekins or the silicone molds (silicone molds would be easier to transfer).
- Refrigerate for at least 3+ hours before serving. If using ramekins, place them in a saucepan or skillet with warm water for a couple of minutes (2-3) to make it easier to remove from ramekin. Also you can grease the ramekins with some coconut oil before filling them with the Panna Cotta. If using silicone molds, removing them is super easy, you just need to gently press the bottom of each mould and the Panna Cotta will come out completely. If using ramekins, gently press a knife around the edges to remove.
- Top them with shredded chocolate, whipped cream or berries.
Notes
- This Panna Cotta can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Wrap with plastic wrap to make sure it doesn't harden.
- This recipe is freezer-friendly. Wrap with plastic wrap and place in airtight container in the freezer. Leave it overnight in the fridge to thaw thoroughly before consuming.
Angela
"Place the saucepan over the stove in medium heat and add the gelatin powder mixture. Stir regularly until boiling, then stir continuously for 1 more minute and remove from the stove" Okay then do you turn it off before you start stirring it, or leave it on til finished stirring it? This is not at all clear. TIA
Kristyn
So smooth & creamy & I don't have any guilty feelings eating it!! Love desserts like this!! Panna cotta is is such a decadent & delicious dessert.
Shar
This is indeed decadent! This chocolate panna cotta delighted everyone! It's my cousin's birthday today and she asked me to make this, I'm glad the crowd love it.
Toni
These are absolutely amazing!! Everyone at my house enjoyed it! Thanks!
Gina
Could I substitute whole milk for heavy cream just to cut the fat?
Lauren Kelly
Hi Gina! Yes, I am sure you can although I haven't tried it. It may alter the texture because whole milk doesn't whip as well as heavy cream but please come back and let me know! Thank you!
Betsy
Wow these are good! Absolutely amazing that these are so delicious! WOW!
Lisalia
I can't believe how good this tastes! ... well I can...your recipes are always delicious. But to have a panna cotta made with almost no dairy is spectacular. This turned out so rich and delicious. A new favorite dessert.
Laurie Rittersbacher
No dairy? There are three cups of heavy cream in this recipe. What am I missing?
Lauren Kelly
Hi Laurie! You are right, this is not dairy free. It's low carb and sugar free though. Thanks for stopping by!
Jen
Thanks for reminding me I have silicon molds to use for this. Love panna cotta!