Description
Lemon Posset is a luxurious and refreshing dessert that captures the vibrant zest of fresh lemons in a smooth, creamy delight. This simple yet elegant treat requires only three main ingredients: heavy cream, granulated sugar, and fresh lemon juice. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light finish to any meal, Lemon Posset is not only quick to prepare but also impressively presented in charming hollowed lemon halves or ramekins. Garnish with mint or additional lemon zest to elevate its appeal and enjoy the delightful balance of sweetness and tartness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- ¾ cup Granulated White Sugar
- 2 Ripe Lemons (juiced)
- Zest from 1 Lemon
- 4 Lemons (halved and hulled)
Instructions
- Prepare serving dishes by hollowing out the pulp of the four extra lemons or use ramekins.
- In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream and sugar, stirring until mixed. Heat over medium heat until it gently boils, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the juice from two ripe lemons immediately after boiling.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared lemon cups or ramekins and refrigerate for at least 5 hours until set.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves or extra lemon zest for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 413
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 105mg