A delightful and creamy dessert that combines the smoothness of milk and sour cream with the subtle sweetness of vanilla.
Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to steam, then stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.
Stir continuously to prevent the milk from scorching.
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over the cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
Ensure the gelatin is evenly sprinkled to avoid clumps.
Combine the warm milk mixture with the bloomed gelatin, stirring until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
Mix thoroughly to ensure a smooth consistency.
Stir in the vanilla extract to the mixture.
Use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
Whisk in the sour cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Whisk vigorously to fully blend the sour cream.
Pour the mixture into a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
Serve chilled, optionally garnished with fresh fruit or a sprig of mint.
Use a sharp knife to cut clean slices for serving.