Creamy Velvety Dessert Delight (Printer-friendly)
Velvety blend of cream, vanilla, and sweetness chilled to perfection for any occasion.
# What You Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups heavy cream
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
→ Flavorings
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Thickening
05 - 2 teaspoons powdered gelatin
06 - 3 tablespoons cold water
# How to Make It:
01 - Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
02 - Combine heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar in a medium saucepan and heat over medium, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling.
03 - Remove saucepan from heat and stir in bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
04 - Incorporate vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
05 - Pour mixture evenly into 4 serving glasses or ramekins.
06 - Allow to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
07 - Serve chilled, optionally adorned with fresh berries or mint sprig.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This recipe feels like a secret indulgence shared between close friends because of its velvety texture and subtle sweetness
- It became an instant favorite for me thanks to its ease and the ability to dress it up with fresh berries or honey
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- Blooming the gelatin properly is essential to avoid grainy texture or uneven setting
- Letting the mixture cool slightly before adding gelatin prevents clumps and ensures smoothness
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- Use room temperature ingredients where possible to avoid shock cooling the gelatin
- The secret to silkiness is gentle stirring and not overheating the cream mixture