Maple Cardamom Panna Cotta

Desserts · 20 min + 4 hrs chill · Serves 4 · Medium · Best with Golden Delicate maple syrup

A silky, fragrant Italian-style cream dessert infused with the floral warmth of cardamom and sweetened with golden maple syrup. Elegant enough for guests, easy enough for any night.

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• ⅓ cup Golden Delicate maple syrup
• 1 tsp ground cardamom
• ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2¼ tsp unflavored gelatin (1 standard envelope)
• 3 tbsp cold water
• Pinch of salt
• Fresh berries or extra maple syrup, for serving

Method

1. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cream, maple syrup, cardamom, and salt. Heat until just barely simmering, stirring often. Do not let it boil.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin and vanilla until fully dissolved.
4. Pour evenly into 4 lightly oiled ramekins or serving glasses.
5. Refrigerate uncovered for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
6. To unmold, run a thin knife around the edge and invert onto a plate. Or serve straight in the glass, topped with fresh berries and a drizzle of maple syrup.

— The Maple Shop · Lake Placid, NY