Elegant & Creamy Lavender Honey Panna Cotta

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A creamy, floral no-bake dessert that feels like spring in a spoon

📌 A Peaceful Treat with Tearoom Charm

This panna cotta is the kind of dessert that whispers instead of shouts. It’s soft, silky, and just a little floral—like an herb garden at golden hour. The lavender is gentle, never soapy or overpowering, and the honey adds warmth and depth that white sugar just can’t match.

It’s also one of my go-to make-ahead recipes when I want something elegant but unfussy. I’ve served this in vintage teacups for brunches, in little jars as picnic treats, and once even layered it into a trifle with berries and lemon curd. But on Mother’s Day, I love it just as it is: creamy, floral, and kissed with spring.

If you’ve never tried making panna cotta before, don’t worry—it’s surprisingly easy. Just a few ingredients and a bit of patience while it chills. 💜

💗 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🕊️ No oven or fancy tools required
• 🌸 Subtle floral flavor that feels soothing and special
• 🍯 Naturally sweetened with honey
• 🫖 Perfect for prepping ahead in cute jars or teacups
• 🌿 Beautiful with edible flowers or a drizzle of infused syrup

⏱️ Quick Reference

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 4–6 hours
Total Time: 6+ hours
Servings: 4–6 small ramekins or jars
Dietary Info: Gluten-free, vegetarian

Key Ingredients at a Glance:

• Culinary lavender
• Honey
• Heavy cream
• Whole milk
• Unflavored gelatin

🧂 Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• ¼ cup good-quality honey (floral varieties like wildflower or orange blossom work beautifully)
• 1 tsp culinary-grade dried lavender buds
• 1 ½ tsp unflavored gelatin powder
• 2 tbsp cold water
• Pinch of salt

Optional Garnishes:

• Edible flowers (like violas or chamomile)
• Extra drizzle of honey
• Thin lemon zest or lavender syrup

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Bloom the Gelatin

• In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 2 tbsp cold water.
• Let it sit (bloom) for 5 minutes—it should look like thick applesauce.

2. Heat the Cream & Infuse Lavender

• In a medium saucepan, combine cream, milk, honey, lavender, and a pinch of salt.
• Heat gently over medium-low heat until steaming (not boiling!). Stir occasionally.
• Once it begins to steam, remove from heat and cover. Let steep for 10 minutes.

3. Strain & Combine

• Strain out the lavender buds with a fine-mesh sieve.
• Return the warm cream mixture to the pot and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.

4. Pour & Chill

• Carefully pour into ramekins, small jars, or vintage teacups.
• Let cool slightly, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

🍽️ Serving & Pairing Ideas

• Garnish with a drizzle of honey and a tiny edible flower on top
• Pair with lemon shortbread or pistachio cookies
• Serve on a tea tray with herbal blends like chamomile or mint

🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

• Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days
• Do not freeze (the texture may break)
• Can be unmolded or served straight from jars/teacups

🌷 Final Thoughts & Call to Action

Lavender honey panna cotta is soft, soothing, and quietly beautiful—just like so many of the women we celebrate on Mother’s Day. Whether you serve it in your favorite teacup or your simplest jar, it’s a little edible love letter to spring.

If you try this recipe, I’d love to see your creations! Tag me on Pinterest or Instagram @southernsoilsunshine, or leave a comment below.

More Mother’s Day favorites:
👉 Strawberry Basil Shortcakes
👉 Pressed Flower Cookies for Gifting
👉 How to Host a Mother’s Day Floral Workshop