1. Prepare the Panna Cotta:
Bloom the Gelatin:
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 3 tablespoons of cold water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes gelatinous.
Heat the Cream Mixture:
In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
Dissolve the Gelatin:
Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm cream mixture and stir until completely dissolved.
Add Vanilla:
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour into Molds:
Pour the mixture into round silicone molds (or small cups) and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
2. Assemble the Eyeballs:
Remove the Panna Cotta from Molds:
Once the panna cotta is set, gently remove them from the molds.
Create the Eyeball Design:
Place a small spoonful of blueberry or black currant jam in the center of each panna cotta for the pupil.
Add a fresh blueberry or blackberry on top of the jam for the iris.
Add the Veins:
Using a toothpick, drizzle red gel food coloring or strawberry syrup around the panna cotta to create a veiny effect, resembling bloodshot eyes.