Lemon Posset

This classic lemon posset is a silky-smooth British dessert that feels elegant yet couldn’t be easier to make. With just cream, sugar, and fresh lemon, you get a rich and tangy sweet treat that’s perfect for tea parties, dessert tables, or when you need a no-bake option.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 5

Set: 6

Total Time: 6 15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: British

Keyword: Heavy Cream, Lemon, No Bake Dessert

Servings: servings

Calories: 327kcal

Author: Marcin Skrzypiec

Equipment

Kitchen scale

Ingredients

3 tbsp fresh lemon juice 45 g, you'll probably need 1.5 - 2 medium lemons
lemon zest from 1 medium lemon
1 1/4 cups heavy cream 300 g
1/3 cup white sugar 66 g
pinch salt

Instructions

Cook Heavy Cream Mixture: In a medium pot, combine heavy cream, sugar, and lemon zest. Bring to boil over medium heat, then simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often.
lemon zest, 1 1/4 cups heavy cream, 1/3 cup white sugar, pinch salt
Add Lemon Juice: Remove from heat, add lemon juice, and stir continuously for 30 seconds until thickened.
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Strain Mixture (Optional): Strain mixture to remove zest for a smoother texture.
Adjust Taste: Taste and adjust sugar as desired.
Set: Pour into containers, cool for 20-40 minutes, then refrigerate at least 6 hours until set.
Serve: Serve chilled.

Notes

Nutrition information calculated using white granulated sugar and standard 36% heavy cream. Treat these values as a rough estimate.
Yields four 1/3 cup servings or about 6 lemon halves.

Nutrition

Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 19.4g | Protein: 1.6g | Fat: 27.9g

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