Description
Lemon Posset is a luxurious British dessert made with just three simple ingredients—heavy cream, sugar, and lemon juice. With its smooth, velvety texture and bright citrus flavor, this make-ahead treat is effortlessly elegant. Perfect for entertaining or a light, refreshing finish to any meal, lemon posset is sweet, tangy, and irresistibly creamy.
Ingredients
- Heavy cream
- Granulated sugar
- Fresh lemon juice
- Lemon zest (optional, for added brightness)
- Optional Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Fresh berries
- Mint leaves
Instructions
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In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream and sugar. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
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Lower the heat and simmer the mixture for 3 minutes to help it thicken.
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Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice (and zest, if using).
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Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a container with a spout.
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Pour into small glasses or ramekins and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
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Serve chilled with optional toppings like whipped cream, berries, or mint.
Notes
- Only heavy cream will set properly—don’t substitute with light cream or milk.
- For flavor variations, infuse the cream with herbs like lavender or rosemary before adding the lemon.
- Orange or lime juice can be used instead of lemon for a different citrus profile.
- Top with crushed cookies or granola for added texture.
