- Too sweet.
- Adjust sugar based on your syrup's sweetness.
- Curdled?
- Acidic syrup into hot cream causes this. Cool cream first!
Elderflower Panna Cotta
The taste of spring in a glass. Elderflower aromas dissolve best in fat, making cream the perfect carrier. This dessert traps floral, muscat-like notes in a cool, wobbly custard.
Ingredients
1 3/4
cups
Heavy Cream
1/2
cup
Milk
1/4
cup
Sugar (adjust to taste)
1
whole
Vanilla Bean
2
tsp
Gelatin Powder (or 3 sheets)
3
tbsp
Elderflower Syrup
5
pcs
Elderflowers (garnish)
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Equipment Needed
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Strainer
- Molds
Allergen Information
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Bloom gelatin in cold water.
Tip: Essential for smooth texture.
2
✓
Heat cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla to near boil.
Tip: Infusion step.
3
✓
Remove from heat, discard bean, stir in gelatin.
Tip: Heat dissolves gelatin.
4
✓
Cool to lukewarm (110°F), then stir in syrup.
Tip: Preserves floral aroma.
5
✓
Strain, mold, chill 4+ hours.
Tip: Straining removes skin.
6
✓
Dip mold in warm water to unmold. Garnish.
Tip: Breaks the vacuum.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1/4 cup Sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 whole Vanilla Bean
- 2 tsp Gelatin Powder (or 3 sheets)
- 3 tbsp Elderflower Syrup
- 5 pcs Elderflowers (garnish)