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.

Dorset's Sweet Treat: Lavender And Honey Panna Cotta

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

  1. 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.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it soften for 5 minutes.
  3. 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.
  4. Add the softened gelatin to the warm cream mixture and stir until completely dissolved.
  5. Divide the mixture among 4 ramekins or serving glasses. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
  6. 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