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Creamy Strawberry Rose Water Panna Cotta

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A delicate and elegant dessert combining creamy panna cotta with fresh strawberry topping and a subtle floral hint of rose water. Perfect for romantic dinners, bridal showers, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
  • ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 ½ teaspoons gelatin powder (Knox recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 teaspoon pure rose water (quality brand like Cortas)
  • 1 ½ cups (225 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Optional: powdered sugar to sprinkle on top
  • Optional: almond milk to replace whole milk for dairy-free twist

Instructions

  1. Bloom the gelatin: Sprinkle 2 ½ teaspoons of gelatin over 3 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it swells and blooms.
  2. Heat the cream mixture: In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup whole milk, and ⅓ cup sugar. Warm over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add gelatin and flavor: Remove saucepan from heat and stir in bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon rose water, stirring gently to combine.
  4. Pour and chill: Pour mixture into 4 to 6 prepared ramekins or small glasses. Let cool at room temperature for 15 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  5. Prepare strawberry topping: Blend 1 ½ cups hulled strawberries and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until smooth. Optionally strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
  6. Serve: Spoon fresh strawberry sauce over each panna cotta. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or powdered sugar if desired. Serve chilled.

Notes

Bloom gelatin properly for even setting. Do not boil cream mixture after adding gelatin to avoid breaking gelatin’s setting power. Use ripe strawberries for best flavor. Strawberry sauce can be strained for a smoother texture. Panna cotta can be chilled overnight for better flavor melding. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream and milk with coconut and almond milk and use agar-agar instead of gelatin.

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