Triple Layer Panna Cotta (With Organic Reds)

Are you looking for a simple, easy, patriotic summer treat to bring to your next gathering? If so, this dairy-free panna cotta is for you. You will love the beautiful red, white, and blue colors sourced from natural ingredients. It also contains a delicious blend of fruit and vanilla, sure to please crowds large and small. I am always looking for ways to add extra nutrition to dishes. That is why I added AMMD™’s Organic Reds, my signature red superfood powder. It gives it the perfect red color while adding an extra boost of nutrients. This rich, creamy 4th of July dessert is perfect for a backyard barbecue, pool party, or family picnic. It is also gluten-free, egg-free, supports AIP lifestyles, and is The Myers Way® approved.

What is Panna Cotta?

What is panna cotta, and how does my version support your health? Traditional panna cotta recipes use heavy cream and sugar. It also uses gelatin and vanilla extract. This eggless Italian custard can also be quite versatile. Many people enjoy coffee, mango, chocolate, and even cider flavors.

This dairy-free panna cotta skips the milk and heavy cream. Dairy is one of the highly inflammatory foods I recommend everyone avoid. This recipe uses full-fat coconut milk, a rich source of vitamins and minerals. It also contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which support healthy energy metabolism. Research suggests the lauric acid and free radical scavengers found in coconut milk may also promote brain and immune function.

Instead of using processed white sugar, this recipe uses a few drops of stevia as a sweetener. Stevia comes from a leaf and contains phytocompounds that support healthy blood sugar, pressure, and more. It is also 200-300 times sweeter than sugar. This means you only need a small amount to get the job done. The fresh blueberries create a naturally sweet, blue-colored layer to this dairy-free panna cotta. Blueberries are a summer fruit rich in free radical scavengers, fiber, and vitamins. I make sure to use grass-fed gelatin to get the dessert to hold its shape.

What makes this 4th of July dessert a true hero is the use of red superfood powder. One scoop of Organic Reds takes this healthy treat to another level. Not only does it add a burst of fruity flavor, it also provides powerful health benefits.

Red Superfood Powder

Your body utilizes phytonutrients for a variety of functions. Some of these support healthy circulation and heart function. Others support a healthy inflammatory response. This is particularly important for those on The Autoimmune Spectrum™. Incorporating AMMD™’s Organic Reds is a simple and easy way to encourage optimal function in all these areas. 

Be careful when selecting superfood powders. I have said before that not all red superfood powder products are the same. Some contain GMO ingredients, added ingredients, or artificial colors. Others may have traces of pesticides or herbicides. These all prevent you from reaching your health goals. Organic Reds use a blend of USDA-certified organic berries and polyphenol-rich superfoods to support optimal health. Adding one scoop to a glass of filtered water or smoothie helps fill nutritional gaps and further supports your wellness goals.

The beetroot, aronia berry, acai, and pomegranate add a delicious fruity flavor to this all-star 4th of July dessert. They also add the perfect red hue to the top layer of this dairy-free panna cotta.

How To Make Triple Layer Panna Cotta

You are going to make this dairy-free panna cotta in three separate layers. After each layer chills, you simply stack the layers and chill for an additional two hours before serving. Consider topping with fresh berries, mint leaves, coconut whipped cream, or toasted coconut flakes. 

• Start with the bottom blue layer. Add the blueberries, coconut milk, vanilla, lemon, and stevia to your food processor. Blend until smooth. 

• Pour the mixture into a saucepan. Whisk in gelatin and bring to a gentle simmer for two minutes. Avoid overcooking.
• Divide evenly into serving glasses and chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes, or until set.
• For the Vanilla Coconut Layer (Middle), combine ingredients in a saucepan and simmer for two minutes, whisking slowly.

• Remove from heat and let cool slightly. That way, it doesn’t melt the blue layer.
• Slowly pour over the blueberry layer and return to the refrigerator to chill for another 20–30 minutes.
• As for the top red layer, start by blending the berries, coconut milk, and stevia until smooth.
• Pour into a saucepan. Whisk in the grass-fed gelatin and Organic Reds and simmer for two minutes.

• Remove from heat and cool slightly. Pour over the white layer and return to the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.
  

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