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Irresistible English Lemon Posset

A creamy, lemon-infused British dessert that is light, refreshing, and simple to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy cream Make sure to use fresh for best flavor.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 2 lemons Use fresh lemons for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice Make sure to use fresh lemons.
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, pour the heavy cream and add the granulated sugar. Stir over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is hot, but do not let it boil.
  2. Once the cream-sugar mixture is hot, remove it from the heat. Add the lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir everything together until well combined.
  3. Let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes at room temperature. After it cools slightly, pour it into serving cups or ramekins.
  4. Place the cups in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours or until the posset is set.
  5. Once set, it’s ready to be served! You can garnish it with fresh berries, crushed nuts, or a dollop of whipped cream for an elegant touch.

Notes

For lower-fat options, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Substitute lime or orange juice for different flavors. Ensure not to boil the mixture to maintain texture. If posset isn't setting, check the acidity from lemon juice.