Panna Cotta Shots

To top the panna cotta, choose brightly colored liqueurs or flavored syrups such as blue curaçao, crème de menthe, framboise, cassis, pomegranate, berry, mango, mandarin orange, or coffee. The panna cotta can also be served in larger martini glasses for a full-size dessert. You can assemble either form up to 2 days ahead; chill airtight.

Step 1

In a 1- to 1 1/2-quart pan, mix 6 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon gelatin. Stir in whipping cream; let stand to soften gelatin, 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 2

Stir cream mixture over medium heat until sugar and gelatin are completely dissolved and mixture feels smooth, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour into a 2- to 4-cup glass measure and stir in vanilla. Let mixture stand until just warm, stirring occasionally, 10 to 15 minutes. Pour into 12 shot glasses (3- to 4-tablespoon size). Chill until firm, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Step 3

When panna cotta is firm, make toppings: In a 1- to 2-quart pan, mix remaining 1 teaspoon sugar and 1/2 teaspoon gelatin. Add 1/4 cup water; let stand 1 minute. Stir over high heat until mixture is simmering, 1 to 2 minutes. If making only one flavor, stir flavored syrup or liqueur into mixture; if making four, pour gelatin mixture equally into four small bowls and stir 2 tablespoons syrup or liqueur into mixture in each bowl. Let cool to room temperature, 2 to 5 minutes.

Step 4

Spoon about 1/4 inch of the cool topping over each firm panna cotta shot. Chill until firm, at least 1 1/2 hours.

Step 5

Note: Nutritional analysis is per shot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 142Calories from Fat 58

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.2g15%

Saturated Fat 5.8g29%
Cholesterol 33mg11%
Sodium 11mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 11g4%

Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Panna Cotta Shots