Homemade Panna Cotta with Blackberry Ginger Glaze

Ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 teaspoons powdered gelatin
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• Basil (garnish)
• Crushed chocolate bits and cocoa powder (garnish) 

For the Blackberry Ginger Glaze:

• 1 cup fresh blackberries
• 2 tablespoons Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions:

• In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
• In a separate small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over cold water. Let it sit for a few minutes to soften.
• Gently warm the gelatin mixture in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or until it's fully dissolved.
• Stir the gelatin mixture into the warm cream mixture until well combined.
• Pour the mixture into 4 serving glasses or molds. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
• While the panna cotta is setting, prepare the blackberry ginger glaze. In a blender, combine the fresh blackberries, Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar, and honey. Blend until smooth.
• Strain the blackberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds.
• Once the panna cotta is set, spoon a layer of the blackberry ginger glaze over the top of each serving.
• Return the glasses or molds to the refrigerator and let them chill for another hour or until the glaze is set.
• Before serving, sprinkle with chocolate bits, cocoa powder, garnish with basil and a extra drizzle of the Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar.