Creamy Matcha Panna Cotta
I love how matcha brings its vibrant green color and earthy flavor to desserts, and this Matcha Panna Cotta is no exception. It's smooth, creamy, and perfect for matcha lovers like me.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Refrigeration Time4 hrs
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian, Japanese
Servings: 3
- 350 g milk
- 40 g sugar for the milk mixture
- 10 g matcha powder + 5g for sprinkling on top
- 150 g heavy cream for the panna cotta + 40g (for whipped cream decoration)
- 15 g gelatin sheets
- 4 g sugar for whipping the cream
Making the Matcha Milk Mixture
Pour 350g milk into a saucepan. Add 40g sugar and heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until the edges of the milk begin to bubble slightly. Remove from heat to avoid scorching.
In a small bowl, mix 10g matcha powderwith 20–30ml of the warm milk. Stir quickly to dissolve the matcha into a smooth paste.
Pour the matcha paste into the remaining milk, stirring well to create the matcha milk mixture.
Preparing and Mixing Gelatin Sheets
Soak 15g gelatin sheets in cold water for 5–10 minutes until softened.
Squeeze out excess water and add the softened gelatin to the warm matcha milk mixture, stirring until fully dissolved.
Completing the Panna Cotta Mixture and Chilling
Add 150g heavy cream to the matcha milk mixture, stirring until smooth.
Strain the mixture 2–3 times to remove impurities and bubbles for a silky texture.
Pour the mixture into containers and refrigerate for about 3 hours, or until set.
Preparing the Decoration
Combine 40g heavy creamand 4g sugar in a bowl. Whip the cream with a hand mixer, starting at low speed to dissolve the sugar, then increasing to high speed. Whip until thick and yogurt-like.
Once the panna cotta is set, wrap the container with a warm towel briefly to loosen it, then gently invert onto a plate.
Drizzle the whipped cream over the panna cotta and sift 5g matcha powder on top for decoration.