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Silky Lychee Extract Panna Cotta – Tropical & Easy Dessert
Dolce Flav
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Category
Lychee
Author:
Dolce Flav
Servings
6
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
This Silky Lychee Extract Panna Cotta is an elegant yet simple dessert that highlights floral, fruity lychee flavor enhanced by lychee extract. You bloom gelatin, gently heat cream with sugar, then whisk in lychee extract before chilling until set. The result is a luxuriously smooth panna cotta infused with delicate tropical notes—ideal for search terms like “lychee panna cotta recipe,” “easy lychee dessert,” and “gelatin lychee custard.”
Ingredients
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2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream or half‑and‑half
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp lychee extract
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1 packet (≈1 Tbsp / 7–8 g) powdered gelatin
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2 Tbsp cold water
Directions
Bloom the gelatin: Sprinkle gelatin over 2 Tbsp cold water in a small bowl. Let sit ~5 minutes until softened.
Heat the cream base: In a saucepan, gently warm heavy cream and sugar over medium heat until sugar fully dissolves—avoid boiling.
Add flavor and gelatin: Remove from heat and stir in bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved. Add lychee extract (and vanilla, if using), whisking until smooth.
Pour & chill: Divide mixture into 6 ramekins or molds. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours—or until firmly set.
Serve: To unmold, briefly dip ramekin bottom in warm water, then invert onto plate. Garnish with fresh lychee or a raspberry for a bright finish.
Recipe Note
FAQ
Can I use fresh or canned lychees instead of extract?
Yes! Top with diced lychee for texture, but extract delivers more concentrated aroma and flavor.
What if I don’t have gelatin?
Substitute with agar-agar (about 1 tsp powder), but heat it thoroughly to activate gelling. Texture will be slightly different.
Can I make it vegan?
Yes—use coconut cream and agar-agar in place of dairy and gelatin for a vegan-friendly version.
Can I add fruit flavors or layers?
Absolutely! Add a passionfruit or raspberry layer beneath or drizzle syrup on top for flavor contrast. Inspired by pairing ideas from lychee-floral desserts.
Can I reduce sugar?
Yes—reduce sugar slightly (by ~¼ cup) if using sweetened lychee extract or serving with fruit that adds extra sweetness.
What’s best for garnish?
Fresh lychee, raspberries, mint, or a few edible rose petals create visual appeal and elevate flavor.
How long does it keep in fridge?
Best eaten within 3 days to preserve texture and flavor.
Can I serve it in cups instead of unmolding?
Sure! Simply serve directly in ramekins with a garnish on top—no need to invert.
Why use lychee extract?
Lychee extract preserves and intensifies floral-fruity aroma more reliably than fruit or syrup.
What search phrases help this recipe rank?
Highly searched terms include “lychee panna cotta,” “floral lychee dessert,” and “simple lychee custard,” especially when combined with “easy” or “tropical.”