Horchata Panna Cotta with Toasted Almonds
A creamy panna cotta dessert flavored with horchata and topped with toasted almonds and a zesty twist.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup almondssliced and toasted
- ●2 cups horchatastore-bought or homemade
- ●1 tsp zestylime zest or orange zest
- ●1 cup sugar
- ●8 oz cream cheesesoftened
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
In a small saucepan, heat the horchata over medium heat until warm.
- 3
In a blender or food processor, combine the warm horchata, cream cheese, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and lime zest.
- 5
Add the sugar mixture to the blender and blend until combined.
- 6
Pour the mixture into 4-6 ramekins or small baking dishes.
- 7
Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and add hot water to come halfway up the sides.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
- 10
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 11
Just before serving, sprinkle toasted almonds on top of each panna cotta.
- 12
Serve chilled and garnish with additional lime zest if desired.