- Why did gelatin separate?
- Added to liquid too hot. Stir into lukewarm cream, never boil, as it loses setting power.
Silky Honey and Walnut Panna Cotta
Panna Cotta means 'cooked cream'. The secret is gelatin quantity: just enough to hold shape but melt in mouth instantly, not rubbery. Honey and walnut add warmth to the cool cream.
Ingredients
500
ml
Double cream (30%)
50
g
Honey
30
g
Sugar
1
pcs
Vanilla pod (or extract)
3
leaves
Gelatine (or 5g powder)
100
g
Walnuts (toasted, chopped)
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Equipment Needed
- Small moulds or glasses
- Saucepan
Allergen Information
Milk
Nuts
Instructions
1
✓
Soak gelatine leaves in cold water for 5 mins.
Tip: Cold water hydrates gelatine.
2
✓
Heat cream with honey, sugar, and vanilla to boiling point (don't boil long).
Tip: Just dissolve sugar.
3
✓
Remove from heat. Squeeze gelatine, stir into warm cream until dissolved.
Tip: Stir well to avoid strands.
4
✓
Cool slightly, pour into glasses. Chill min. 4 hours.
Tip: Stir during cooling if using vanilla seeds to prevent sinking.
5
✓
Serve sprinkled with toasted walnuts and extra honey.
Tip: Crunchy walnut provides texture contrast.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 500 ml Double cream (30%)
- 50 g Honey
- 30 g Sugar
- 1 pcs Vanilla pod (or extract)
- 3 leaves Gelatine (or 5g powder)
- 100 g Walnuts (toasted, chopped)