Black Sesame & Honeyed Jujube Panna Cotta

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin powder over cold water and let it bloom for 5-10 minutes.

   ~10 min
2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is warm but not boiling.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   Whisk in the black sesame powder until well combined and smooth. Remove from heat.

   ~2 min
4. 4

   Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm cream mixture and whisk until completely dissolved. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps.

   ~3 min
5. 5

   Pour the panna cotta mixture evenly into four ramekins. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until set.

   ~180 min
6. 6

   While the panna cotta chills, prepare the honeyed jujube topping. Pit the dried jujubes and thinly slice them. In a small saucepan, combine sliced jujubes, honey, and 1/4 cup water. Simmer over low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jujubes are softened and coated in a syrup.

   ~12 min
7. 7

   Let the jujube mixture cool slightly. Spoon the honeyed jujubes and their syrup over the set panna cotta just before serving.