Tofu Panna Cotta

Silky, lightly sweet, and unbelievably simple, this Tofu Panna Cotta is a modern, plant-forward twist on the classic Italian dessert. Made with lightly sweet Mori-Nu Asian Dessert Tofu, it delivers a naturally creamy base without dairy — perfect for anyone craving an easy, no-bake treat. A quick chocolate cherry sauce adds richness and bright fruit flavor, pairing beautifully with the almond jelly-inspired taste of the tofu. Elegant yet effortless, this dessert looks impressive but comes together with just a few ingredients, making it an ideal make-ahead option for date nights, dinner parties, or a refreshing anytime sweet.

Tofu Panna Cotta

Ingredients for 2 ramekins

Panna Cotta

  • 1 package (315 g) Mori-Nu Asian Dessert Tofu
  • 1/4 tsp agar agar powder

Chocolate Cherry Sauce

  • 250 g fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
  • 250 ml water
  • 375 g granulated sugar
  • 100 g unsweetened cocoa powder

Garnish

  • Fresh cherries, pitted and halved
  • Fresh mint (or other edible leaves)

Instructions

Make the Panna Cotta

  1. In a small saucepan, blend the tofu and agar agar powder with an immersion blender until completely smooth.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Once it reaches a boil, let it simmer for 1–2 minutes to fully activate the agar.
  3. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into two ramekins to remove bubbles and ensure a silky texture.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.

Makte the Chocolate Cherry Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine cherries, water, sugar, and cocoa powder. Stir well to dissolve the cocoa.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until thickened to your liking, about 10–15 minutes. For a smoother sauce, blend with an immersion blender.
  3. Cool slightly before serving.

To Serve

Dip the bottom of each chilled ramekin briefly in warm water to loosen.

Invert onto serving plates, spoon a generous amount of the chocolate cherry sauce over the top, then garnish with fresh cherries and edible leaves.

Tips

  • Mori-Nu Asian Dessert Tofu is lightly sweet, so no extra sugar is needed in the panna cotta.
  • Agar agar strength varies slightly by brand. Make slight adjustments as needed.
  • Straining the tofu mixture is optional but strongly recommended for the smoothest, restaurant-style finish.
  • Panna cotta can be made 1–2 days ahead, covered and refrigerated, making it perfect for entertaining.

Products used for this recipe

Asian Dessert Tofu

Asian Dessert Tofu