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Lavender Honey Panna Cotta - A Floral Twist on a Classic Italian Dessert

This Lavender Honey Panna Cotta brings a delightful floral twist to the classic Italian dessert. With its creamy texture and subtle notes of lavender and honey, it's a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Panna Cotta
  • 1 cup heavy cream Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 cup whole milk You can substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup honey Preferably raw or organic for better flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender Make sure it's food-grade.
  • 1 packet unflavored gelatin Typically 2 1/4 teaspoons.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For added flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt To enhance the flavors.
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon honey For drizzling on top.
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lavender flowers Optional, for decoration.

Method
 

Prepare the Panna Cotta
  1. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 2 tablespoons of cold water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, honey, dried lavender, and salt. Stir until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is heated but not boiling.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the bloomed gelatin, stirring until completely dissolved.
  4. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
  5. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a measuring jug to remove the lavender buds.
  6. Pour the strained mixture evenly into four serving glasses or molds.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Serve
  1. Once set, remove the panna cotta from the refrigerator.
  2. Drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh lavender flowers if desired.
  3. Serve chilled and enjoy your floral dessert!

Notes

For a more intense lavender flavor, steep the dried lavender in the cream mixture for an additional 10 minutes before adding the gelatin. You can also experiment with different sweeteners or add citrus zest for a unique twist.