Honey Lavender Panna Cotta (Printable Version)

Silky Italian panna cotta infused with lavender and honey for a delicate spring dessert.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups heavy cream
02 - 1 cup whole milk

→ Sweeteners & Flavorings

03 - 1/4 cup honey, plus extra for drizzling
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender buds
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Gelatin

06 - 2 1/4 teaspoons unflavored powdered gelatin
07 - 3 tablespoons cold water

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - Fresh berries (such as blueberries or raspberries)
09 - Edible flowers or additional lavender buds

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine heavy cream, whole milk, and lavender buds in a small saucepan. Heat gently over medium heat until the mixture is steaming, without boiling. Remove from heat, cover, and allow to steep for 10 minutes.
02 - Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl and let stand for 5 minutes to bloom.
03 - Strain the steeped cream mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove lavender buds. Return the liquid to the saucepan, add honey and vanilla extract. Heat gently, stirring until the honey is completely dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
04 - Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the bloomed gelatin and whisk thoroughly until fully dissolved.
05 - Pour the finished mixture evenly into six ramekins or small glasses. Cool to room temperature, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
06 - Unmold onto plates if desired or serve in glasses. Drizzle with additional honey and garnish with fresh berries and edible flowers.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The honey and lavender combination whispers spring, like a secret bouquet hidden in dessert form.
  • This panna cotta comes together in almost no time, and chills quietly until you're ready for it.
02 -
  • Over-steeping the lavender turns sweet serenity bitter — keep an eye on the clock.
  • Letting the gelatin bloom fully makes the difference between a creamy set and disappointment.
03 -
  • Make sure the gelatin dissolves fully to avoid chewy bits.
  • Steeping lavender too long can turn your panna cotta bitter, so trust your timer.
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