Creating Coconut and Passion Fruit Panna Cottas is easy when you follow these clear steps:

1. Bloom the Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the water. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes spongy.
2. Heat the Coconut Cream: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Stir occasionally until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture is warm but not boiling.
3. Add Gelatin: Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm coconut mixture, stirring continuously until completely dissolved.
4. Incorporate Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of your panna cotta.
5. Pour Mixture: Divide the coconut mixture evenly among serving glasses or ramekins. Allow space for the passion fruit topping.
6. Chill: Place the glasses in the refrigerator and let them chill for a minimum of 4 hours or until set completely.
7. Prepare Passion Fruit Topping: While the panna cotta is setting, prepare the passion fruit topping. If using fresh passion fruit, scoop out the pulp into a bowl. Mix gently to combine.
8. Top and Serve: Once the panna cotta has set, remove it from the fridge. Top each panna cotta with a generous spoonful of passion fruit pulp. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
9. Enjoy: Serve chilled and enjoy the delightful contrast of creamy coconut and refreshing passion fruit!