This Coconut & Lime Panna Cotta Makes the Perfect Summer Dessert

When I saw this gorgeous Picnic Basket and Picnic Blanket from Picnic Time, I knew I wanted to come up with a really special something for my husband, Kevin, and I to share outdoors. My Coconut Panna Cotta is impressive enough for a romantic picnic or outdoor dinner yet so simple to make ahead and to transport. To make them perfect for on-the-go dining I made them in these lovely Kilner Vintage Preserve Jars so I could screw on a lid and pack them easily.

For those of you who have never made or had Panna Cotta it is irresistible! My Coconut Panna Cotta is simply milk, or in this case coconut milk mixed with flavorings, sugar, lime and gelatin. After quickly combining all of the ingredients in a sauce pan you pour the mixture into an individual serving dish to set. I love this as it makes super humble ingredients come together to form a really special single-serving dessert. They're perfect to pop in your picnic basket and enjoy out and about!

This Coconut Panna Cotta variation is given an extra tropical kick by using coconut milk and lime zest for a tangy and bright flavor. After this sets up in my favorite glass jars I top them with fresh seasonal berries. It's the prefect balance of rich and creamy, fruity and sweet. I can't wait for you all to take this along to your next special picnic!