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Unique Dessert That Will Impress Your Guests - No-Bake Mango Coconut Panna Cotta

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • For the Coconut Panna Cotta:
  • 1 can (13.5–14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or more coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 packet unflavored gelatin (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (for blooming gelatin)
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the Mango Layer:
  • 1 1/2 cups ripe mango puree (from about 2 large mangoes)
  • 2–3 tablespoons sugar or honey (to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 packet unflavored gelatin (about 1 1/8 teaspoons)
  • 1 tablespoon cold water (for blooming gelatin)
  • For Garnish (optional): Toasted coconut flakes, lime zest, fresh mint, or diced mango

Instructions
 

  • Bloom the gelatin for the panna cotta: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 2 tablespoons of cold water. Let stand 5–10 minutes until spongy.
  • Warm the coconut base: In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium, stirring, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
  • Dissolve the gelatin: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully melted and smooth.
  • Strain and pour: For a silky texture, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a measuring cup with a spout. Pour into 6–8 small glasses, filling each halfway.
  • Chill the first layer: Refrigerate 45–60 minutes, or until set but still slightly jiggly in the center. It should be firm enough to support the next layer.
  • Make the mango layer: Bloom the second portion of gelatin in 1 tablespoon cold water for 5–10 minutes. Warm half the mango puree with sugar (or honey) over low heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm, not hot.
  • Combine: Remove from heat, stir in the bloomed gelatin until dissolved, then whisk in the remaining mango puree and lime juice. Taste and adjust sweetness or lime.
  • Add the mango layer: Gently spoon or pour the mango mixture over the set coconut layer. Tap the glasses lightly to release any bubbles.
  • Chill to set: Refrigerate at least 2 hours, or until fully set. For best results and easy serving, chill 4 hours or overnight.
  • Garnish and serve: Top with toasted coconut, lime zest, mint, or diced mango just before serving. Serve cold.