Honey Lavender Panna Cotta (Printable)

A creamy Italian dessert with honey and floral lavender, chilled to perfection for a refreshing treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups heavy cream
02 - 1 cup whole milk

→ Sweeteners & Flavorings

03 - 1/3 cup honey
04 - 2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Setting Agent

06 - 2 1/2 teaspoons unflavored powdered gelatin
07 - 3 tablespoons cold water

→ Garnish

08 - Fresh edible flowers
09 - Extra honey for drizzling
10 - Fresh berries

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and allow to bloom for 5 minutes until fully hydrated.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, honey, and dried lavender. Heat gently over medium-low heat until just steaming, stirring occasionally. Do not boil. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 10 minutes.
03 - Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove lavender solids. Return the strained liquid to the saucepan.
04 - Stir the bloomed gelatin into the warm cream mixture until completely dissolved. Add vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
05 - Divide the mixture evenly among 4 ramekins or dessert glasses. Cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
06 - Serve unmolded by running a knife around the edge and inverting onto plates, or serve directly in glasses. Top with honey drizzle, edible flowers, or fresh berries as desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Combines floral lavender and sweet honey for a unique, refreshing flavor.
  • Simple ingredients with an easy preparation make it accessible even for beginners.
  • Rich and creamy texture that melts in your mouth.
  • Perfectly suited for spring celebrations and special occasions.
02 -
  • Use a fine-mesh sieve to remove lavender buds completely for a silky smooth texture.
  • Bloom gelatin properly to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth set.
  • Do not boil the cream mixture to keep the flavor delicate and prevent curdling.
  • Allow panna cotta to fully chill for at least 4 hours for the perfect firmness.
  • Try serving in elegant glasses for a modern presentation that doesn't require unmolding.
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