Description
This Irresistible Matcha Coconut Panna Cotta with Strawberries combines the earthy flavor of matcha with creamy coconut milk, set to a smooth, jelly-like texture using agar agar. Topped with a fresh and naturally sweet strawberry honey mixture, this elegant dessert is a refreshing, dairy-free treat perfect for any occasion.
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, chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (Natural sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice (Brightens flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare Ramekins: Grease four ramekins with coconut oil to ensure the panna cotta can be easily unmolded once set.
- Bloom Agar Agar: Sprinkle agar agar powder over 1/4 cup cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes to activate its gelling properties.
- Warm Coconut Milk: Gently heat the coconut milk in a saucepan until warm but not boiling, preparing it to dissolve the ingredients.
- Mix Matcha and Sugar: Whisk the matcha powder and sugar into the warm coconut milk until fully dissolved, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add Agar Agar Mixture: Stir in the bloomed agar agar mixture and simmer gently for 5 minutes to activate the gel setting.
- Flavor with Vanilla: Remove the pan from heat and stir in vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Pour and Set: Pour the mixture into the prepared ramekins. Allow them to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for 2 hours or until fully set.
- Prepare Strawberry Topping: Mix chopped strawberries with honey and lemon juice and let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to macerate and develop flavor.
- Serve: Unmold the panna cotta gently from the ramekins, top with the strawberry mixture, and serve chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
Notes
- Make sure the coconut milk is creamy for the best texture and flavor.
- Agar agar needs to be activated in cold water before adding to heat to set properly.
- Do not boil the coconut milk; warming it gently preserves flavor and texture.
- Letting the strawberries macerate enhances their natural sweetness and flavor.
- Refrigerate until fully set, at least 2 hours, for the best consistency.
