Alcoholic Panna Cotta
Alcoholic Panna Cotta is a luxurious Italian dessert where the classic creamy custard is infused with spirits like rum, brandy, or liqueurs such as Grand Marnier. Originating from the Piedmont region of Italy, it transforms the traditional 'cooked cream' into an adult treat, often served with fruit compotes or caramel.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is high in fat and carbohydrates, primarily from heavy cream and sugar, with minimal protein. A typical serving provides roughly 300-400 calories, offering a rich source of calcium and energy.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 65 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Phosphorus | 90 mg |
| Potassium | 140 mg |
| Vitamin A | 180 µg RAE |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4 µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
Per 1 serving (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The addition of alcohol not only adds complex flavor but also slightly lowers the freezing point, giving the panna cotta a uniquely smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture that sets it apart from non-alcoholic versions.
