Orange Blossom Honey Panna Cotta with Pistachio Crumble
A delicate and creamy panna cotta infused with fragrant orange blossom honey, topped with a crunchy pistachio crumble for texture and nuttiness. A refreshing and elegant dessert perfect for any occasion.
Steps
- 1
Place gelatin sheets in a bowl of cold water to soften for about 10 minutes.
- 2
In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and orange blossom honey. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling.
- 3
Remove the gelatin sheets from water, squeeze out excess water, and stir them into the hot cream mixture until completely dissolved.
- 4
Pour the mixture through a fine sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps.
- 5
Divide the mixture evenly into 4 serving glasses or ramekins. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- 6
Meanwhile, prepare the pistachio crumble: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine chopped pistachios, all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and cold cubed butter. Rub the butter into the dry ingredients with fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 7
Spread the crumble mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and fragrant. Let cool.
- 8
Once panna cotta is set, sprinkle pistachio crumble on top just before serving for a crunchy contrast.
Tips from the chef
For a vegan alternative, substitute gelatin with agar-agar following package instructions.
Use high-quality orange blossom honey for the best floral flavor.
Serve chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
You can add a few fresh orange zest shavings on top for extra aroma and decoration.