Dorset's Sweet Treat: Lavender And Honey Panna Cotta
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Dorset with this Lavender and Honey Panna Cotta recipe. This sweet treat is a creamy and aromatic dessert that captures the essence of the English countryside.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tsp dried culinary lavender
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup cold water
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, honey, and dried lavender. Heat over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and let the lavender steep for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it soften for 5 minutes.
- After the lavender has steeped, return the cream mixture to the stove and reheat until it's warm. Remove the lavender with a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth.
- Add the softened gelatin to the warm cream mixture and stir until completely dissolved.
- Divide the mixture among 4 ramekins or serving glasses. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Once set, serve the panna cotta with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of dried lavender for garnish.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 4 hours
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
- Protein
- 5g
Supplies
Saucepan Small bowl Whisk Ramekins or serving glasses
Tools
Fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth
Serving suggestions
Serve the Lavender and Honey Panna Cotta with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips & tricks
For a stronger lavender flavor, you can infuse the cream mixture with the dried lavender for a longer period of time.
Cost
$10