Donna Hays special panna cotta. What makes it great is that the coffee syrup is at the bottom of the glass (or ramekin) but they look wonderful in clear '1/4 c shot glasses and the panna cotta white cream is on the top. passive cook time includes refridgerating to set them.
Place coffee and sugar into a small saucepan and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Simmer 3 to 5 minutes until thick and syrupy. Allow to cool completely.
Place gelatine in small bowl, pour over the 1 tbs milk and let stand 2 or 3 minutes. Place cream, extra milk, icing sugar and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add the gelatine to the cream mixture and whisk to combine. Let cool.
Pour the coffee mixture into 6 1/4 cup shot glasses ad slowly pour the panna cotta over. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours or until set.