Berry Pannacotta

Ingredients:
 Cold water 25 ml
 Unsweetened gelatin powder 25 gms
 Boiling water 50 ml
 Heavy cream 200 ml
 Vanilla extract 5 ml
 Sugar substitute equal to 1/4 cup sugar
 Fresh berries or berry compote 30 gms

Preparation:
 Sprinkle the gelatin powder on the cold water and allow to soften for several minutes. Then add the boiling
water and stir until gelatin is totally dissolved.

 Heat cream and add the sugar-free sweetener and dissolve.

 Combine dissolved gelatin with the rest of the ingredients. Stir to mix completely, and taste. Adjust
flavors to your liking. Then allow to cool.

 Pour mixture into custard cups, ramekins or glasses. You could add berries at this stage or serve
later when set.

 Chill completely, it will take three to four hours to completely set.

Contributed by Chef Mayur Ramachandran, Executive Chef, Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse.