Rose and Yogurt Panna Cotta

A delicate Italian-inspired dessert combining creamy Greek yogurt with fragrant rose syrup, topped with pistachios, golden raisins, and optional blackberries. This elegant panna cotta offers a perfect balance of floral and creamy flavors.

8 servings
2 hr 44 min

Ingredients

  • ½ cup raw pistachios
  • tsp unflavored powdered gelatin
  • cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp rose syrup
  • cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 Tbsp basil seeds
  • ½ cup golden raisins
  • ¼ cup blackberries

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast pistachios on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, 7-9 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop. Set nuts aside.

    9 min

  2. 2.

    Whisk gelatin with 1/4 cup water in a small bowl to combine. Let sit 15 minutes.

    15 min

  3. 3.

    Mix yogurt, rose syrup, and 1/2 cup cream in a medium bowl to combine. Heat sugar and remaining 3/4 cup cream in a small saucepan over medium, stirring often, until mixture is hot and sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Whisk in gelatin mixture, then pour into yogurt mixture and whisk to combine.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Divide panna cotta mixture among eight 4-oz. ramekins, small bowls, coffee cups, or any small vessel you'd like to use for serving. Place on a rimmed baking sheet and chill until set, at least 2 hours.

    120 min

  5. 5.

    If using, scoop a spoonful of basil seeds into a small bowl; pour in water to cover. Let sit until gelatinized, about 10 minutes.

    10 min

  6. 6.

    To serve, top panna cottas with basil seeds, raisins, a few blackberries, if desired, and reserved pistachios.

    5 min

  7. 7.

    Do Ahead: Panna cotta (without toppings) can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and keep chilled.