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Colin’s raspberry and panna cotta trifle

Colin’s Raspberry and Panna Cotta Trifle for Festive Joy

Indulge in Colin’s raspberry and panna cotta trifle, a delicious centerpiece for your festive gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Panna Cotta
  • 900 ml Thickened Cream Can use half cream, half milk for a lighter version.
  • 500 ml Full-Cream Milk Non-dairy milk can work but will alter flavor.
  • 2 units Cinnamon Quills Ground cinnamon (1/2 tsp) can be used.
  • 2 tsp Ground Nutmeg Avoid if sensitive; use additional cinnamon.
  • 2 units Bay Leaves Not substitutable; eliminate if unavailable.
  • 1 unit Vanilla Bean (halved and scraped) Substitute with 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan option.
  • 7 units Platinum-Strength Gelatine Leaves Use agar-agar for a vegetarian option (adjust according to package instructions).
  • 1 cup Greek-style Yoghurt Substitute with regular yogurt or sour cream.
For the Raspberry Cream
  • 300 ml Thickened Cream Heavy cream can also be used.
  • 2 Tbsp Icing Sugar Mixture Substitute with whipped cream for a lighter version.
For Layering
  • 8 x 125g punnets Raspberries Any seasonal berry like strawberries or blueberries.
  • 6 units Choc Mini Sponge Rolls Substitute with vanilla sponge or ladyfingers.
  • 6 units Mini Jam Sponge Rolls Any plain sponge or crumble can be used.
For Garnish (optional)
  • Shaved Dark Chocolate
  • Mint Leaves

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Electric mixer
  • Trifle Dish or Serving Glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 900ml thickened cream, 500ml full-cream milk, 2 cinnamon quills, 2 tsp ground nutmeg, 2 bay leaves, 1 halved vanilla bean (scraped), and 1/2 cup honey. Gently heat the mixture over low-medium heat until warm, stirring occasionally for about 5–7 minutes. Make sure to avoid boiling to prevent curdling.
  2. While the panna cotta mixture is warming, soak 7 platinum-strength gelatine leaves in cold water for 5 minutes until they soften. Once your mixture is warm, remove it from heat and add the soaked gelatine, stirring until fully dissolved. Set aside the mixture to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes before blending in 1 cup of Greek-style yogurt until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the blended panna cotta mixture into a trifle dish or individual serving glasses. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate for 3-4 hours, or until the panna cotta is set and firm to the touch.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat 300ml thickened cream with 2 tablespoons of icing sugar using an electric mixer until soft peaks form, which should take about 3-5 minutes. Gently fold in the remaining raspberries—reserving a few for garnish—ensuring a light and airy consistency. Chill the raspberry cream in the refrigerator while the panna cotta sets.
  5. Once the panna cotta is set, begin layering your trifle in the dish. Start with a layer of panna cotta, followed by alternating layers of 6 choc mini sponge rolls and 6 mini jam sponge rolls. Add a generous layer of fresh raspberries in between, continuing until all your ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of panna cotta on top.
  6. Once assembled, spread the chilled raspberry cream over the top layer of panna cotta, smoothing it out for a beautiful finish. Garnish with shaved dark chocolate and fresh mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble the trifle no more than a few hours before serving for best freshness. Experiment with different seasonal fruits or flavored yogurts to personalize the dessert.

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