Whenever I want to throw together a dessert, I prioritize two things: ease and healthy ingredients. That’s where this Mango Panna Cotta comes into play. In just 15 minutes, I have this delicious, impressive dessert all prepped and ready to go!
The best part? It contains only four ingredients—all of which are natural, plant-based foods. That means there’s no guilt and no fuss. How perfect is that?
So, what makes this Mango Panna Cotta such a great and healthy dessert option? Aside from being quick and delicious, this impressive Italian-inspired creation features mangoes, which are known for their incredible health benefits.
First, mango has been used as a natural remedy for many ailments for more than 4,000 years. In fact, mangoes are known to help treat everything from asthma to throat infections to hiccups! [1] They even aid in treating diarrhea and abscesses due to their anti-microbial effects. [2] Shocking, right?
Another great ingredient in this Mango Panna Cotta is raw honey. Not only is honey rich in antioxidants, but it’s also known for its anti-microbial properties. In fact, according to one study, honey was show to be effective in fighting 12 different strains of bacteria! [3]
Finally, this panna cotta also contains coconut milk and agar agar powder. Now, you may recall that coconut milk contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which have been shown to support healthy weight management, blood sugar levels, heart health, and your brain. [4]
But have you heard of agar agar powder? It’s a powder made from red sea algae that’s a natural vegetarian alternative to gelatin. But being animal-free isn’t its only benefit. It’s also high in fiber and contains calcium, manganese, folate, and iron. [5]
If you’re going to eat dessert, why not make it work for you by making sure it’s full of health-promoting nutrients? That’s exactly what this rich, decadent Mango Panna Cotta does!
So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get this dessert prepped and in the refrigerator!
Time: 15 minutes (+ 2 hours for chilling)
Serves: 6
1¼ cup mango, cubed and divided
1 tablespoon raw honey
2 cups unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
2 teaspoons natural agar agar powder
1. In a food processor or high-speed blender, puree 1 cup of the mango cubes and honey until completely smooth.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the mango puree, coconut milk, and agar agar powder. Whisk to combine and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and continue to boil for 2-3 minutes, whisking often.
3. Divide the mixture between 6 ramekins or small serving glasses. Transfer to the refrigerator for 2 hours, or until chilled.
4. Before serving, top with the remaining fresh mango cubes.
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