Vegetarian Caramel Panna Cotta with Salted Peanut Brittle - a rich and elegant dessert for entertaining, simple and easy to prepare. It can also be made in advance and served when ready. Combine together this caramel silky, smooth and sweet Panna Cotta with salted peanut brittle, for a dessert that can not be forgotten in a hurry.
We love Panna Cotta and we have obsession anything with Caramel flavours. In May 2010 I prepared panna cotta for the first time -Vegetarian Mango Panna Cotta , which turned out delicious.
I used agar agar to set this panna cotta recipe, also used in making this easy and quick homemade vegan jelly recipe too!
While I was preparing Paneer and Vegetable Makhni Dum Biryani we were left with almost 200-250ml cream, now gone into making this treat.
More Caramel Flavoured Recipes-> Gilded Chocolate & Caramel Malteseres Ombre Cake | Creamy Caramel Phirni | Caramel Badam Peda | Caramel Rava Badam Ladoo
📖 Recipe
Vegetarian Caramel Panna Cotta
Ingredients
Caramel Panna Cotta
- 240 millilitres double cream
- 240 millilitres whole milk
- 2 teaspoons agar agar powder
- 50 grams coconut sugar
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Salted Peanut Brittle
- 250 grams caster sugar
- 250 grams salted peanuts
- ½ teaspoon oil for greasing
Instructions
Caramel Panna Cotta
- In a saucepan, combine half of the milk with the coconut sugar and whisk until the sugar has dissolved.
- Place the pan over medium heat and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture develops a light caramel flavour. Do not allow it to burn.
- Add the remaining milk, agar agar powder, double cream and maple syrup or honey.
- Whisk well and gently simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Do not let the mixture boil.
- Remove from the heat and leave to cool for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Divide the mixture evenly between 8 ramekins or serving glasses.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until fully set.
Salted Peanut Brittle
- Lightly grease a baking tray or line it with baking parchment.
- Place the caster sugar and 100 millilitres of water into a non-stick saucepan.
- Heat gently until the sugar dissolves, then bring to the boil.
- Continue boiling for about 10 minutes, or until the syrup turns a deep amber caramel colour.
- Remove the pan from the heat immediately and stir in the salted peanuts.
- Quickly pour the mixture onto the prepared tray and spread into a thin layer.
- Leave to cool completely until hard, then break into small shards.
- Just before serving, top each panna cotta with pieces of peanut brittle.
Notes
- Coconut sugar gives the panna cotta a naturally rich caramel flavour. Light muscovado sugar or caster sugar can be used instead.
- For a different flavour, replace the peanuts with cashews, walnuts or macadamia nuts.
- Add the brittle just before serving to keep it crisp.
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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Lisa says
I love a good panna cotta, but OH - that brittle! Seriously - it's the perfect match of smooth and creamy with a crunchy punch! Love this!
Patty @ Spoonabilities says
This is definitely a super elegant dessert. Not only easy to prepare, but you can also make it ahead of time -- I love that!
Rika says
Lovely pic! I love sweet and salty desserts like panna cotta.
Dannii says
That salted peanut brittle sounds incredible. I need to try it this weekend.
Andrea @ Cooking with Mamma C says
I love sweet and salty desserts! This sounds incredible, with the caramel flavor and the peanut brittle.
Andrea @ Cooking with Mamma C says
I love sweet and salty desserts! These sound incredible, with the caramel flavor and the peanut brittle.
Cookilicious says
As usual, I am drooling just looking at the pics..you have some skill! Love it. Chikki is my fav and I am pinning this recipe for sure!
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Priya, you are too kind 🙂 I am sure you'll love this one.
Unknown says
Oooh Caramel panna cotta sounds amazing!
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks 🙂
Jane Saunders says
These little pots look exceptionally stylish. I'd be proud to serve them to guests at a dinner party.
jcookingodyssey says
They will love it, I am sure 🙂
Unknown says
I love caramel so this recipe is perfect for me. I will definitely make it soon.
jcookingodyssey says
Let us know how it turns out for you, if you make it:)
MsBrandiDenise says
This looks perfect for Father's Day or year round like you mentioned. I love the addition of peanut brittle.
jcookingodyssey says
Thank you !
Unknown says
Sounds and looks fancy. Love the props too!
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Matthew 🙂
Liz @ iheartvegetables says
I've actually never had panna cotta! But as a vegetarian, this is the recipe I want to try!! 🙂
jcookingodyssey says
You'll love it, I am sure 🙂
Unknown says
This sounds so delicious! ...especially that peanut brittle, yum!
jcookingodyssey says
That was the highlight of this dessert 🙂
tinaj says
I think I need to host a dinner party just so I can serve this! Beautiful photos!
jcookingodyssey says
Invite me please 🙂 Thanks