Description
This Irresistible Matcha Coconut Panna Cotta with Strawberries combines creamy coconut milk infused with earthy matcha and set with agar agar for a delicate, jelly-like texture. Topped with a fresh strawberry and honey mixture, this dessert delivers a refreshing and naturally sweet flavor perfect for a light, elegant treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 14 oz Coconut milk (Creamy goodness)
- 2 tablespoons Matcha powder (Earthy flavor)
- 1/4 cup Sugar (Balances flavors)
- 2 teaspoons Agar agar powder (For jelly-like texture)
- 1/4 cup Cold water (Activates agar agar)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (Enhances flavor)
Strawberry Topping
- 1 cup Strawberries (Fresh fruit)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (Natural sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice (Brightens flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare Ramekins: Grease four ramekins lightly with coconut oil to prevent the panna cotta from sticking and ensure easy unmolding.
- Bloom Agar Agar: Sprinkle agar agar powder over 1/4 cup cold water and let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to activate and soften the agar.
- Heat Coconut Milk: Gently warm the coconut milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until it is warmed through but not boiling, preparing it for flavor infusion.
- Mix Matcha and Sugar: Whisk the matcha powder and sugar into the warm coconut milk until fully dissolved and smooth, ensuring an even flavor distribution.
- Add Agar Agar: Stir in the bloomed agar agar mixture to the coconut milk blend and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for 5 minutes while stirring to fully dissolve the agar agar and activate its gelling properties.
- Flavor with Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract for enhanced aroma and flavor.
- Set the Panna Cotta: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared ramekins. Allow them to cool at room temperature before placing in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours or until firm and set.
- Prepare Strawberry Topping: Chop the strawberries and mix with honey and lemon juice. Let this mixture sit for 15 minutes to macerate and release juices, creating a flavorful topping.
- Serve: Once the panna cotta is set, unmold from the ramekins, place on serving plates, top with the strawberry mixture, and serve chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture.
- Agar agar sets at room temperature but chilling improves texture and flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying sugar and honey according to preference.
- For a vegan version, confirm that the honey is substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Unmolding can be eased by briefly dipping ramekins in warm water before inverting.
- Make the dessert a day ahead to deepen flavors and for convenience.
