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Pumpkin Coconut Panna Cottas

Pumpkin coconut panna cotta topped with coconut flakes and drizzle of honey.
Pumpkin Coconut Panna CottasTim Hout, Gourmet Live

The subtle taste of pumpkin merges effortlessly with coconut milk in this classic Italian dessert that provides a taste of fall flavors.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    6 1/4 hours

  • Yield

    Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

2

1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin (more than 1 (1/4 ounce) packet)

1

/4 cup water

1

cup heavy cream

1

3/4 cups unsweetened coconut milk (a 13.5 ounce can)

1

cup canned pure pumpkin

1

/2 cup sugar

3

/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut

1

/2 cup mild honey, heated to liquefy if solid

Equipment:

eight (8-ounce) dessert bowls

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Sprinkle gelatin over water in a very small saucepan and let stand 1 minute to soften. Heat over medium heat, stirring, until gelatin is dissolved, then remove from heat.

    Step 2

    Pulse coconut milk, cream, pumpkin, sugar, and a pinch of salt in a blender to combine, then add gelatin mixture and blend until smooth. Strain mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl with a spout or transfer to a 4-quart measuring cup.

    Step 3

    Pour mixture into bowls and chill, covered, until firm, at least 6 hours.

    Step 4

    Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Spread coconut on a rimmed sheet pan and stirring once or twice bake until golden, 8 to 10 minutes, and cool.

    Step 5

    Just before serving, sprinkle desserts with coconut and drizzle with honey.