Name: Cherry-Topped Almond Panna Cotta
Yield: Makes 8
Ingredients: 1 cup whole milk, divided; 2 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin (from about 2 envelopes); 3 cups heavy whipping cream; 10 tablespoons sugar, divided; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 1 pound fresh cherries, pitted, halved; 1 tablespoon almond liqueur (optional)

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Cherry-Topped Almond Panna CottaPatricia Heal

Panna cotta is an Italian custard dessert. It's similar to pudding but is thickened with gelatin instead of egg yolks. This version is a velvety almond custard topped with fresh cherries and a candied almond garnish.

Equipment tip:

A cherry pitter makes prepping the cherries a breeze. We like the Oxo cherry pitter ($13, oxo.com). Dont want to buy another gadget? You can also push the pit out with a chopstick.

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