Looking for a quick and easy dessert for the holidays? How about this white wine panna cotta with pear! The fridge does almost all the work for you and you'll leave your guests amazed without any effort with this delicious dessert.
White wine panna cotta with pear
10 minutes + 3 hours refrigerator
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White wine panna cotta with pear
White wine panna cotta with pear is an elegant and surprising party dessert perfect for the holidays. This silky Italian classic is given a sophisticated twist with the addition of white wine, which provides a subtly fresh and fruity undertone. The soft, creamy texture of the panna cotta melts in your mouth and balances beautifully with the slight sweetness of the wine.
The combination with baked pear makes this dessert even more special. Pears naturally have a slight sweetness and juiciness that goes beautifully with the creamy panna cotta and delicate wine flavors. For example, the pears can be simmered in the same white wine, which brings the flavors of the dish together beautifully. This creates a harmony between the creamy base and the fruity, soft pear.
This dessert is not only delicious, but also festive due to its sophisticated presentation. It is easy to prepare in advance, making it ideal for a dinner party during the holidays. This allows you to serve a beautiful dessert that impresses your guests without stress. Its light and refreshing taste makes it a perfect finale to a rich meal, without being too heavy.
More desserts for the holidays
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What you need:
6
500 ml of whipped cream
50 ml dry white wine
(for example, Viognier or Chardonnay)
50 gr granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 leaves of gelatin
2 small pears
4 tbsp. honey
cookies of your choice
(e.g. macaroons or speculoos)
olive oil
sea salt
What to do:
1
Soak the gelatin leaves briefly in cold water.
2
Put the whipping cream in a saucepan and heat. Then add the sugar and stir until completely absorbed. Then add the wine, vanilla extract and gelatin and stir until the gelatin is absorbed.
3
Divide the mixture among the molds and let set in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
4
Cut the pears into thin slices. Heat some olive oil in a frying pan and fry the pears in it on both sides for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Finally, add the honey and allow to caramelize gently for a few more minutes, until the pear is "sticky.
5
Place the panna cottas on a plate and spread the pear and pear sauce on top. Top with some cookie crumbs.
6
Enjoy and don't forget to share your dish in your Instastory with the tag @easyculi!
