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Healthy Drinks Recipes Lemon Panna Cotta

There’s something about lemon panna cotta that just feels like summer in a glass. I mean, who wouldn’t want a dessert that’s creamy, light, and has just enough tang to keep things interesting? This recipe fits neatly into the world of healthy drinks recipes, even though it’s technically a dessert, because the balance of cream and lemon feels almost refreshing enough to sip. Every spoonful brings that delicate wobble, the kind that makes you slow down and enjoy the moment. I still remember the first time I made this and thinking, “Why have I been wasting my time on heavy cakes when something this silky exists?” It’s a lot like those blueberry lemon cake recipes or other lemon blueberry dessert recipes we keep turning to when we want something bright but not fussy. And yes, I’ve served it alongside recipes with lemon for an extra citrus kick. If you want to pair it with something fun, try it next to a little splash of Crown Royal Peach drinks recipes or even Crown Royal Apple drinks—it feels a bit fancy without being a production. If you’re into vanilla crown royal drinks recipes, you’ll find this panna cotta plays surprisingly well with those flavors, too. In short, this dish is simple, elegant, and just indulgent enough to make you smile without leaving you feeling weighed down.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time4 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: blueberry lemon cake recipe, Crown Royal Apple Drinks, crown royal peach drinks recipes, healthy drinks recipes, lemon blueberry dessert recipes, recipes with lemon, vanilla crown royal drinks recipes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons powdered gelatin
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • Fresh blueberries for garnish
  • Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, combine cream, milk, sugar, and lemon zest. Heat gently until the sugar dissolves, but don’t let it boil.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved.
  4. Add fresh lemon juice and stir well.
  5. Pour the mixture into serving glasses or ramekins. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
  6. Garnish with blueberries and mint leaves before serving.