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Best Easy Lemon Posset

Zesty Delight: Best Easy Lemon Posset in Minutes

Discover the best easy lemon posset, a creamy and tangy British dessert made in under 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Possets
  • 6 lemons Lemons Use larger lemons for more juice.
  • 16 ounces Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to reduce for a less sweet option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh is key!
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed juice preferred.
Optional Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar For a brûlée effect.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Kitchen blow torch
  • Ramekins or lemon halves

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and lemon zest. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring gently for about 3 to 5 minutes until hot but not boiling.
  2. Remove from heat and blend in freshly squeezed lemon juice, stirring gently to incorporate.
  3. Carefully pour the mixture into hollowed-out lemon halves or ramekins. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  4. If opting for brûlée, sprinkle granulated sugar evenly over each posset and caramelize with a kitchen blow torch.
  5. Garnish with fresh berries or a mint sprig and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 110mgSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow the possets to set overnight for a firmer texture. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

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