Creamy Italian Panna Cota

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the water in a small bowl and sprinkle the gelatin over the top. Let stand until softened.

2. 2

   Combine half of the cream and the vanilla bean in a pot. Bring to a boil, add the gelatin and remove from the heat.

3. 3

   Stir until the gelatin dissolves. Remove the vanilla bean and scrape the seeds into the mixture with the tip of a small knife.

4. 4

   Stir in the Splenda and the remaining cream.

5. 5

   Pour evenly into 6 4-5 oz ramekins.

6. 6

   Place in the fridge and chill until set, approximately 2 hours.

7. 7

   To serve, place the ramekins in hot water for 30 seconds.

8. 8

   Run a knife around the inside of each and place a plate over the top.

9. 9

   Turn upside down and vigorously shake the ramekin while holding the plate securely. The panna cotta will fall out onto the plate.