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Lemon Posset

Lemon Posset: The Easiest, Creamiest Classic You’ll Love

Lemon Posset is a simple yet elegant dessert made with just three ingredients that promises to impress with its creamy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Posset
  • 2 cups heavy cream provides richness and creaminess
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness and balances tanginess
  • 2 large fresh lemons freshly squeezed juice is vital for thickening

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream and granulated sugar over medium heat until sugar dissolves (about 3-4 minutes).
  2. Increase the heat slightly and bring to a gentle boil for exactly 5 minutes while stirring gently.
  3. Remove from heat and whisk in freshly squeezed lemon juice until fully combined.
  4. Let the mixture cool for about 15 minutes at room temperature.
  5. Strain the cooled mixture into prepared serving dishes using a fine mesh sieve.
  6. Cover and refrigerate to chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  7. Serve chilled, garnished with whipped cream and fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Perfect for make-ahead occasions; can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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