Description
Lemon posset is a classic British dessert known for its silky, creamy texture and bright citrus flavor. Made with just three simple ingredients—cream, sugar, and lemon—it’s an elegant yet easy make-ahead treat perfect for dinner parties, holidays, or anytime you want a light, refreshing dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (optional)
For Garnish (optional)
- Fresh berries
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Combine Cream and Sugar: In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and sugar. Stir frequently while heating to dissolve the sugar fully.
- Bring to Boil: Heat the mixture over medium heat until it comes to a gentle boil. Keep stirring constantly to prevent burning and ensure sugar dissolves evenly.
- Cook for 3 Minutes: Maintain the boiling for 3 minutes, continuing to stir constantly, carefully avoiding boil over to achieve the right consistency.
- Add Lemon Juice and Zest: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest if using. This curdles the cream slightly to create the posset’s signature silky texture.
- Rest and Strain: Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to develop, then strain through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to ensure smoothness.
- Pour into Ramekins: Divide the mixture evenly between 4 to 6 small ramekins or serving glasses, ensuring uniform portion sizes.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the possets for at least 4 hours, or until fully set and firm to the touch.
- Serve: Serve chilled, decorating with fresh berries and mint leaves if desired for a bright, fresh presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright and natural flavor.
- Possets can be prepared 1–2 days ahead; keep them covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- For a tart variation, substitute part of the lemon juice with lime or orange juice to add different citrus notes.
