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Lemon Posset Recipe

Lemon posset is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for a special occasion. It is made with just a few simple ingredients, and it is sure to please everyone at your table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 6
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • Ramekins or small bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Chilling dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Heat the cream and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the cream is hot.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice. Mix well to combine.
  • Pour the lemon posset mixture into ramekins or small bowls. Let the posset cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

Notes

Nutritional Facts (per serving)
Calories: 250
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 50mg
Carbohydrates: 20g
Sugar: 15g
Protein: 2g
Tips:
1 - For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of heavy cream.
2 - If you don't have lemon zest, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of lemon extract.
3 - To make a chocolate lemon posset, add 1/4 cup of melted chocolate to the lemon posset mixture before pouring it into the ramekins.
4 - To make a raspberry lemon posset, top each serving of lemon posset with a dollop of whipped cream and a few raspberries.
Keyword lemon, lemon posset