Lemon Posset

This classic Lemon Posset is rich, creamy, and perfectly tangy, made with just cream, sugar, and fresh lemon juice. No baking required! An elegant, silky make-ahead dessert that’s simple yet impressive.

Course Dessert

Cuisine English

Keyword Lemon Posset

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 7

Cooling and Setting Time 3

Servings servings

Calories 369kcal

Author Michelle

Ingredients

2 cups heavy cream
¾ cup granulated sugar
Zest from 1 lemon
⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Berries and mint leaves for serving (optional)

Instructions

In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, bring cream and sugar to a boil, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves.
Reduce heat to medium, and continue boiling for 3 minutes, stirring constantly, adjusting heat as necessary to keep it from boiling over. Remove from heat.
Stir in lemon zest and juice.
Allow to sit 10 minutes to cool.
Stir the mixture again. Then divide between 6 individual bowls or ramekins. Cover each with plastic wrap, and chill until set, about 3 hours or overnight.
Garnish with fresh berries or mint leaves before serving if desired.

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Notes

Storage: Store lemon posset covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Garnish just before serving for the freshest presentation.

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