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Elegant Elderflower Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries

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A delicate and elegant panna cotta infused with subtle elderflower cordial and topped with fresh mixed berries, perfect for an easy homemade dessert that feels special.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heavy cream (480 ml)
  • 1 cup whole milk (240 ml)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (65 g)
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons gelatin powder (about 7 g)
  • 3 tablespoons cold water (45 ml)
  • 1/4 cup elderflower cordial (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1/2 vanilla bean scraped
  • 1 cup fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bloom the gelatin: Sprinkle 2 1/2 teaspoons of gelatin over 3 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it swells and looks spongy.
  2. Heat the cream mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup whole milk, and 1/3 cup sugar. Split and scrape 1/2 vanilla bean into the pan or add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Warm over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add the gelatin: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved, about 1-2 minutes, ensuring no lumps remain.
  4. Mix in elderflower cordial: Stir 1/4 cup elderflower cordial into the warm cream mixture. Taste and adjust if needed, adding more cordial carefully to avoid overpowering.
  5. Strain (optional): Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher to ensure silky smoothness.
  6. Pour into serving dishes: Divide the mixture evenly among 6 ramekins or glasses. Let them cool slightly at room temperature for about 15 minutes before transferring to the fridge.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until set with a gentle wobble.
  8. Prepare berries: Just before serving, rinse and pat dry 1 cup fresh mixed berries. Hull and quarter strawberries if needed.
  9. Serve: Top each panna cotta with fresh berries and garnish with a sprig of mint. Optionally drizzle a little elderflower cordial or dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

Do not boil the cream mixture to avoid grainy texture. Bloom gelatin properly in cold water to prevent lumps. Straining the mixture ensures silky smooth panna cotta. Chill undisturbed for best set and texture. Fresh berries should be added just before serving to maintain freshness and color. For dairy-free version, substitute cream and milk with full-fat coconut milk and use agar agar instead of gelatin.

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