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Perfect Lemon Lavender Panna Cotta Recipe with Easy Blueberry Compote

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A delicate and creamy lemon lavender panna cotta topped with a sweet and tangy blueberry compote. This dessert is quick to prepare, elegant, and perfect for special occasions or a relaxing treat.

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 ½ teaspoons gelatin powder (about 7 g)
  • 1 tablespoon dried lavender buds (culinary grade)
  • Zest from 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the blueberry compote:
  • 1 ½ cups frozen or fresh blueberries (225 g)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Optional: pinch of cinnamon or splash of vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Bloom the gelatin: Sprinkle 2 ½ teaspoons of gelatin powder over ⅓ cup (80 ml) cold whole milk in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until spongy.
  2. Infuse the cream: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups heavy cream, ⅔ cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon dried lavender buds, and lemon zest. Heat over medium-low until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling (~170°F). Remove from heat and steep for 10 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh sieve.
  3. Add gelatin and lemon juice: Return strained cream to low heat. Stir in bloomed gelatin until dissolved (~2 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Keep warm.
  4. Pour and chill: Divide mixture evenly among 6 ramekins or serving glasses. Cool to room temperature (~20 minutes), cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight until set with a slight wobble.
  5. Prepare blueberry compote: In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until berries burst and sauce thickens (~10 minutes). Remove from heat and cool. Optionally add cinnamon or vanilla.
  6. Serve: Spoon blueberry compote over set panna cotta just before serving. Garnish with lavender sprig or lemon twist.

Notes

Bloom gelatin properly to avoid lumps. Do not boil cream after adding gelatin to preserve texture. Strain lavender buds for smooth panna cotta. Chill at least 4 hours for best set. Blueberry compote can be made ahead and stored separately. For dairy-free, substitute cream and milk with full-fat coconut milk. To speed chilling, freeze panna cotta for 1 hour before refrigerating but avoid freezing solid.

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