This creamy coconut panna cotta is fully vegan—no dairy, eggs, or gelatin needed. Just three simple ingredients and a few minutes on the stove yield a smooth, spoonable treat. Serve it on its own or top with fruit, jam or other toppings for garnish.
In a small saucepan, whisk together the coconut milk, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth and evenly combined.
Place over medium heat and cook, whisking every few seconds so that the mixture does not stick to the bottom of the pan, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 4 to 5 minutes. There should be bubbles all across the surface when it's ready. The mixture will be very thin for the first few minutes and will only thicken at the very end.
Remove from heat and pour into ramekins or other heatproof small cups, bowls, or molds. Let cool slightly, then cover and place into the fridge to set. They should take around 3 hours to set, but you can also let them set overnight. Once set, flip the ramekins upside down onto small plates to unmold. If desired, you can garnish with berries or jam before serving.
Uneaten panna cotta can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days.
Notes
I have only tested this with regular unsweetened coconut milk. I did not test with sweetened coconut milk or low fat coconut milk. The recipe may not work or set with sweetened coconut milk or low fat coconut milk.
The nutrition information provided are only estimates based on an online nutritional calculator. This is not a comprehensive list of all the nutrients in the recipe (i.e., does not include vitamins, cholesterol, etc). I am not a certified nutritionist. Please consult a nutritionist or doctor for accurate information and any dietary restrictions and concerns you may have.