Spanish Sunrise Mimosa Panna Cotta

Spanish Sunrise Mimosa Panna Cotta

Find the perfect vegan brunch dessert with this Spanish Sunrise Mimosa Panna Cotta recipe, infused with saffron and orange blossom water. A delightful fusion of flavors that will transport you straight to a Mediterranean morning.

Time: Prep - 15 mins, Cook - 5 mins, Total - 20 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Spanish, Vegan

Allergens

Nuts (Almonds)

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups almond milk
  • 2 tsp saffron threads
  • ¼ cup coconut cream
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 3 tbsp agar powder
  • Zest and juice of 1 orange
  • 1 tsp orange blossom water
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 oranges, segmented
  • 2 tbsp toasted almond flakes

Instructions

  1. Steep saffron threads in warm almond milk for 10 minutes, then heat the mixture over medium heat.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine sugar, agar powder, and orange zest. Stir into heated saffron milk until dissolved.
  3. Add coconut cream, orange blossom water, cinnamon, and salt to the mixture. Stir well and remove from heat.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into individual dessert dishes or ramekins. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.
  5. Top each panna cotta with orange segments and almond flakes just before serving.

Chef’s Insight

The secret is in the saffron - it lends a subtle, luxurious touch that elevates this dessert from ordinary to extraordinary.

Notes

This recipe is suitable for those on a vegan diet and is also gluten-free.

Cultural or Historical Background

Panna cotta, meaning "cooked cream" in Italian, is a classic Italian dessert, but the Spanish influence comes through in the use of saffron and orange blossom water.