Cereal-Milk Panna Cotta With Caramelized Corn Flake Crunch Recipe (2024)

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Rossana Chirivi

Made it for Christmas. Had to guess amount of gelatin to add. Got 4 servings of milky base, not the 8 described in the recipe. Gelatin quantity should be calculated for the liquid amount after straining, otherwise the results will be too imprecise. With this dessert texture is everything, so gelatin to liquid ratio needs to be consistent. Also, always strain through fine sieve before pouring into ramekins to avoid getting a layer of undissolved gelatin "pearls" in your silky perfection

Matt

You do know that it doesn’t mean 3 or 4 spoons of salt. Haha

Sweettooth

The original recipe (Christine Tossi) recommended using gelatin sheets. The back of the pkg talks about ratio of gelatin/liquid. Using sheets is easier to get the correct ratio depending on how much liquid you start out with.

Catherine DiNardo

Finally got around to making this. Prepared exactly as written and also got significantly less base. Reduced the gelatin to a bit under a tablespoon but it firmed up too much. Next time will make it with 5 cups of milk and 4 of heavy cream -- increasing the amount of cereal also -- and see how that works out. I think I'll take the results of this failed attempt and add it to my ice cream maker during the process of making banana ice cream, upping this recipe's play on a bowl of cereal.

David

Delicious, but I agree with the people saying the recipe calls for too much salt, both for the panna cotta and the topping. I would reduce the amount of salt or even forego completely.

Natasha

I wonder what the green stuff in the picture is?

Toby

It's a avocado puree made with citric acid - A recipe from David Chang - Momofoku

Sarah

1) Definitely reduce the salt! It was disappointing to waste all the ingredients on a super salty panna cotta before reading through the comments and discovering others had the same problem. 2) I also had to try three times to get the gelatin to dissolved - I did some research and found that gelatin needs to be in cool liquid to dissolve. Instead of using 1/4 c of the mixture off the stove, I let it dissolve in some cold milk from the refrigerator.

Cay T

Use 1/4 tsp salt instead of 3/4 tsp salt

christine

first of all, i used frosted flakes. haha. then my husband pointed out that it was supposed to be the regular corn flakes. i followed the recipe except that i soaked closer to 25 minutes. this yielded a little more than 3 cups of cream mixture and i used less than a tablespoon of gelatin though i wish i knew a way to calculate how much less. i'll probably do the same next time but with corn flakes and a tsp of gelatin. turned out perfect! served at a dinner party and was quickly devoured.

Sweettooth

The original recipe (Christine Tossi) recommended using gelatin sheets. The back of the pkg talks about ratio of gelatin/liquid. Using sheets is easier to get the correct ratio depending on how much liquid you start out with.

zeno

I first made a test for myself and devided everything by 6, and it turned out great, even when using agar agar instead of gelatin.But when I tripled the amount again (to half the amount in the recipe), because the increased amount of flakes absorbed much more of milk/cream mix, I ended up with only slightly more panna cotta than the first time.Maybe it's because I used 30% cream? Or because I toasted the flakes for too long?

Julie

I measured the milk/cream mixture after the soak and was left with 3 cups of liquid. I then used the rule of 3/4 tsp gelatin per cup and was left with a perfect texture/jiggle in the panna cotta. I would reduce the salt by 1/2 next time as it was overly salted.

L. Gardener

The 3/4 teaspoon of salt made this recipe almost inedible.

Matt

You do know that it doesn’t mean 3 or 4 spoons of salt. Haha

EmmyP

I agree - I found it to be too salty! And yes, I know it is three-quarters of a teaspoon! :)

Catherine DiNardo

Finally got around to making this. Prepared exactly as written and also got significantly less base. Reduced the gelatin to a bit under a tablespoon but it firmed up too much. Next time will make it with 5 cups of milk and 4 of heavy cream -- increasing the amount of cereal also -- and see how that works out. I think I'll take the results of this failed attempt and add it to my ice cream maker during the process of making banana ice cream, upping this recipe's play on a bowl of cereal.

Rossana Chirivi

Made it for Christmas. Had to guess amount of gelatin to add. Got 4 servings of milky base, not the 8 described in the recipe. Gelatin quantity should be calculated for the liquid amount after straining, otherwise the results will be too imprecise. With this dessert texture is everything, so gelatin to liquid ratio needs to be consistent. Also, always strain through fine sieve before pouring into ramekins to avoid getting a layer of undissolved gelatin "pearls" in your silky perfection

Catherine

Does anyone know what the green swirl under the panna cotta is? Matcha whipped cream, perhaps?

Greg

Under the circ*mstances, and given the shade, I suspect that it's a pandan-flavored pastry cream.

Paul

It's a smear of avocado, mentioned in the parent article: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/18/dining/18dess.html

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FAQs

What is the secret ingredient in Christina's panna cotta? ›

The secret to a profesh panna cotta is just the right amount of gelatine – just enough to hold it together. As little as possible, so that the second the panna cotta hits your mouth, it transforms into a silky river of flavoured cream.

What can I add to cornflakes and milk? ›

To make cornflakes more delicious you can add almonds,cashew nuts, pistachios,raisins along with milk. Moreover fruits like strawberries,bananas,ripe mango etc.

How do you make corn flakes taste better? ›

To add some base flavor, it also doesn't hurt to add a few shakes of salt. Now, if you want, you can optionally sweeten your Corn Flakes by adding a little sugar. Personally, I don't like my Corn Flakes overly sweet, so I just added a smidge of sugar. You can (and probably should) use granulated sugar for this.

How we can eat corn flakes? ›

Corn flakes are one of the most popular breakfast foods around the world, and with good reason. They're easily available, convenient, ready-to-eat and filling. Some people consume corn flakes for breakfast every single day. They can be eaten with milk and topped with fresh fruits, dried fruits or nuts.

Is panna cotta good or bad for you? ›

Panna cotta can always be the right dessert — whether you're throwing a fancy party or a small one, have lots of time or no time, are gluten-free, dairy-free, allergy-prone, vegan, or simply craving a delicious and creamy sweet. It's perfect.

Why is my panna cotta rubbery? ›

The gelatin gets stronger as it sits, so this will be a bit rubbery by days 4 or 5, but you can mitigate this by letting the panna cotta sit at room temperature for about half an hour before serving.

Do you pour corn flakes before or after milk? ›

Once your Corn Flakes are in the bowl, it's time to add the milk. Pour the cold milk over the Corn Flakes until they are just covered. Be careful not to add too much milk, as you don't want your cereal to become soggy.

What goes first corn flakes or milk? ›

You pour the cereal in first, quantity according to appetite. Then, just enough milk to wet the cereal, and no more. The cereal should not float in the bowl. After you are finished with the cereal, you will still have a few gulps of pure, sweetened milk left to finish off your breakfast!

Is corn flakes anti inflammatory? ›

While starting the day with a bowl of cornflakes or granola might seem perfectly harmless, if you're prone to inflammation, your cereal might not be as innocent as it seems. This is because most cereals are packed full of added sugar, corn starch and refined grains.

What is the most delicious corn flakes? ›

Corn flakes have two jobs: They should taste like something (I can't stress enough how many corn flakes taste like nothing) and they should be nice and crunchy. If you value texture above flavor, Kellogg's is the best brand of corn flakes for you. They're small and light and crispy—eating them is just so pleasant!

What happens when you eat Kellogg's corn flakes? ›

According to Dr. Frank Hu, sugar and salt in cornflakes cause high blood pressure and inflammation, diabetes and fatty liver, and obesity. Due to this, there is a risk of heart attack and stroke. Cornflakes are made from toasting flakes of corn.

Is it OK to eat corn flakes every morning? ›

While corn flakes can be part of a balanced breakfast occasionally, relying on them daily may lead to nutrient deficiencies due to their high sugar and low protein content. Opt for whole-grain cereals with less added sugar and pair with protein-rich foods for a more balanced meal.

Is eating dry corn flakes healthy? ›

Cornflakes

Cereals like cornflakes or puffed rice served with low-fat milk – can be part of a healthy breakfast but are low in fibre so not as good a choice as a wholegrain cereal. Adding a piece of fruit will help to balance your breakfast as well as making it more filling to eat.

What fruit goes with corn flakes? ›

Fruits as Cereal Toppings
  • Bananas. The natural sweetness of the banana is enough of a good reason to add a few slices to your favourite cereals. ...
  • Blueberries. ...
  • Strawberries. ...
  • Raspberries. ...
  • Raisins. ...
  • Pineapple. ...
  • Dried fruits.

What are the main ingredients in panna cotta? ›

Panna cotta means “cooked cream” in Italy, and that's essentially what the base is: heated heavy cream (often with a little half-and-half or whole milk) set with powdered gelatin and flavored with vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste.

What does panna cotta contain? ›

Panna cotta ( lit. 'cooked cream') is an Italian dessert of sweetened cream thickened with gelatin and molded. The cream may be aromatized with coffee, vanilla, or other flavorings.

What is a fun fact about panna cotta? ›

Panna cotta is probably the only dessert which can be made without eggs, flour, sugar and baking. Although panna cotta is not mentioned in Italian cookbooks before 1960, it is often regarded as a traditional Italian dessert of the Piedmont region.

Why has my panna cotta not set? ›

One potential problem is the gelatin didn't melt all the way or you boiled the gelatin mixture. When you boil gelatin, it loses its thickening power and won't set up as desired. The other issue is not giving the panna cotta enough time to set up.

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