Greek Mastiha Panna Cotta with Orange Blossom Syrup

Name: Greek Mastiha Panna Cotta with Orange Blossom Syrup
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons mastiha powder; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 tablespoons cold water; 2 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup water; 1 tablespoon orange blossom water; Zest of 1 orange

Delightful dessert with fragrant mastiha and a citrus twist

A luscious panna cotta infused with unique mastiha, topped with a delicate and aromatic orange blossom syrup.

3 h 10 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Mastiha Panna Cotta

1 1/2 teaspoons mastiha powder

2 cups heavy cream

1 cup whole milk

1/2 cup sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 tablespoons cold water

2 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin

For the Orange Blossom Syrup

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup water

1 tablespoon orange blossom water

Zest of 1 orange

Preparation

Preparing the Mastiha Panna Cotta

Combine Ingredients

In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and mastiha powder.

Add Sugar and Vanilla

Add sugar and vanilla extract, stirring over medium heat until sugar is dissolved (do not boil).

Bloom Gelatin

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Meanwhile, sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a bowl and allow it to bloom for 5 minutes.

Incorporate Gelatin

Stir the gelatin mixture into the warm cream until well dissolved.

Chill Panna Cotta

Pour the mixture into ramekins, refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.

Making the Orange Blossom Syrup

Boil Syrup Base

In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and orange zest. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Simmer Syrup

Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.

Add Orange Blossom Water

Remove from heat and stir in the orange blossom water. Allow to cool completely.

Cooking Process

Infusing Mastiha

Gently warm the cream mixture to infuse flavors without overheating.

Melding Flavors

Allow gelatin to fully dissolve for a silky panna cotta texture.

Crafting Syrup

Simmer over low heat for a concentrated orange blossom essence.

Plating & Serving