Name: Lemon Posset Recipe
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 2/3 cup granulated sugar; 5 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 3 lemons); Whipped cream; Lemon slices or fresh berries

Description

Lemon Posset is a classic British dessert featuring a rich, creamy custard with a bright lemony tang. Made with just three main ingredients—heavy cream, sugar, and fresh lemon juice—this no-bake treat is delightfully simple to prepare. It sets into a silky, luscious pudding that’s perfect for any occasion, topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit for a refreshing finish.

Ingredients

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For the Lemon Posset

2 cups heavy whipping cream
2/3 cup granulated sugar
5 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 3 lemons)

For Serving (optional)

Whipped cream
Lemon slices or fresh berries

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Instructions

Boil: In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream and granulated sugar. Stir gently to dissolve the sugar completely. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then adjust to maintain a gentle boil for 5 minutes, being careful to prevent it from boiling over.
Add lemon: Remove the saucepan from heat. Slowly stir in the fresh lemon juice until fully incorporated. Let the mixture cool at room temperature for 15 minutes. Then, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large measuring cup with a pouring lip to remove any lumps or zest remnants.
Fill: Pour the strained mixture evenly into 6 ramekins or alternatively into 10 to 12 hollowed-out lemon halves if you prefer a charming presentation. Fill each container about three-quarters full to allow the posset to set properly.
Refrigerate: Place the filled containers into the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours until the possets are fully set and firm to the touch.
Serve: Before serving, optionally top each posset with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with a lemon slice or fresh berries for added freshness and visual appeal.

Notes

Heavy cream is essential as it provides the rich texture and helps the posset to set properly.
Make sure to use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor and acidity.
The posset thickens as it cools, so do not overfill the containers to ensure proper setting.
You can prepare the possets a day ahead for convenience.
If desired, add a little lemon zest to the mixture for extra citrus aroma.