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Cinnamon pannacotta
It had been a while since I last made panna cotta and I think the last flavor I tried was the lemon buttermilk pannacotta which was absolutely fabulous, but I wanted to try something different this time. I used the Panna cotta book from Camilla Saulsbury again and picked the cinnamon variety. The original recipe called for caramel sauce on top but since I am not a huge caramel fan I figured apple would work great with the cinnamon flavors and it did!!
The making of the pannacotta was pretty simple as usual and very quick too. I had bought Kanzi apples which had a lovely sweet and tart flavor that worked really well in the compote. I added only one little bag of vanilla sugar and didn’t need to add anymore as the pannacotta itself was quite sweet so the combination with the tartness of the compote worked fabulously. In terms of color; it’s not the most appealing color for a pannacotta I think, but who cares if the flavor is soooo delicious!
CINNAMON PANNACOTTA WITH APPLE COMPOTE (adapted from Panna Cotta by Camilla Saulsbury)
2,5 cups heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin or 3,5 leaf gelatin
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 cup sour cream
1 vanilla bean or 1,5 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Apple compote (see below)
What I love about Camilla’s recipes is that they are really easy to follow and the flavors are amazing. I have not nearly made all the panna cotta’s in the book since they would kill my waistline, but ok on to this particular recipe. lovely cinnamon flavor!!
Place the cream in a heavy saucepan. Either sprinkle the gelatin over the cream and let stand for 5 minutes or – if you are using leaf gelatin as I was – put them in a bowl with water until they are submerged and let stand for a couple of minutes till the gelatin is softened, squeeze them to remove excess water and then add to the cream.
Add the brown sugar to the saucepan and cook and stir over low heat until both the gelatin and brown sugar are completely dissolved. Make sure not to bring the mixture to a boil. Whisk in the sour cream, vanillaseeds or extract and cinnamon until well blended and smooth.
Pour the mixture into whatever form you fancy. I’ve used regular molds as well as tiny round glasses which I thought looked kind of cute. Loosely cover with plastic wrap and chill for 4 hours or up to overnight.
Cut around the edges of the panna cotta to loosen. Set each cup in shallow bowl of hot water for 10 seconds. Immediately invert onto a plate. I find that it helps if I then grab the plate and while holding the cup and plate together tightly give it one firm shake which then loosens up the panna cotta nicely. Spoon the apple compote (recipe below) onto the panna cotta and serve with whipped cream if you like.
APPLE COMPOTE
Apples that are not too sweet and not too sour but basically just use whichever you prefer.
Applejuice about 250 ml
lemonjuice
cinnamon
1 packet of vanillasugar or to your taste
You can really add lots of things to the apple compote if you like, such as raisins, cranberries and alcohol. Whatever you feel like. I like mine plain so didn’t add much more then that.
Peel and core the apples and cut them into slices or chunks. Put them in a saucepan and sprinkle with some lemon juice to prevent browning of the apples. Add applejuice and vanillasugar to the pan and bring to a boil. Cook them as long as needed to break down the apple pieces but make sure you still have some pieces left which creates the chunkiness that you want with apple compote. Add cinnamon and taste to see if the apples are sweet enough. If not you can add a little more sugar. enjoy!
Cinnamon!! perfect for fall.. I just went to a farm and got a bucket of apples .. looking fwd to making this one!!
I love pannacotta, but have never made it myself. This version looks SO good. So much to back and so little time
LOL
I’ve never had panna cotta but it always looks so lovely and delicate. Yours is stunning with all those cinnamon flecks throughout. Nicely done.
I do not tend to think of panna cotta as a homey dish but with these flavors my mind is changed! I love all the deep Fall flavors…yum!
I just love seeing new things pop up on my reader, with so many food blogs it amazes me how as the seasons change most food blogs are posting similar recipes, pumpkin cakes, apple crisps and so on. The truth is there is nothing wrong with that, but I loved finding your unique twist on the seasons offerings. Seeing something I had never seen before is what made me click on over and read all about it, so glad I did, I really can’t wait to make this.
I absolutely adore pannacotta. You have done wonders here with the best of fall flavors.
Cinnamon sounds like a lovely flavor for panna cotta, and the apple topping looks delicious!
I love panacotta. I love cinnamon. What a great combination and the apples are perfect. I love your little glasses
I’ve never tried panacotta yet. i must give it a try, especially with these flavors!!
great pics!!
I love panna cotta Simone but I have never made a cinnamon version! As I absolutely love cinnamon this would be perfect! I also love the addition of the apples…a great pairing of flavours!
This is for me quite contrasting thought…….all the flavors of apple pie, but in a smooth dessert. Stunning for winter!!!
I love the pictures Simone – where did you get that beautiful cup? Anyway, the panacotta looks divine – Sydney is getting warmer now so Ill have to keep a note of this recipe.
Thanks Trissa. I got the cup from a store that only sells to the foodindustry and they have loads of lovely little appetizer glasses. I already bought way too many!
This looks amazing. The first time I tried pannacotta I was in Italy and had no idea what I was tasting- all I knew was that it was amazing. This sounds even better with the fall flavours. Looks delish.
Oh my, this dessert sounds like absolute heaven… Now I’m seriously tempted to do something like this for Thanksgiving!
I love panna cotta & yours looks sublime!! MMMMMMMMMM,….
I love cinnamon. This looks wonderful. I tried panna cotta first time last year and it was delicious.
I love this panna cotta because it’s unusual and different from what we’re used to seeing. Cinnamon is so warm and a healthy spice!
This looks delicious! I’m going to get around to trying panna cotta one day.