Lemon Posset Recipe

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Lemon posset is a classic British dessert that is made of lemons, sugar and cream. This dessert is light, fresh and lemony. If you looking for an easy lemon posset in a lemon shell this dessert is for you.

Prep Time15

Chilling time2

Total Time2 15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: British

Keyword: easy, lemon

Servings: yields

Calories: 239kcal

Ingredients

5 Lemons
⅓ cup Lemon juice
2 tablespoons Lemon zest
½ cup + 2 tbsp Sugar
2 cups Heavy Cream/Double cream
1 teaspoon Vanilla bean paste optional

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Instructions

Wash the lemons well and let them dry.
Cut lemons in half longwise, then using a spoon, scoop out the inside of the lemons. Do it very carefully.
Place the lemons you scoop out in a sieve and squeeze 1/4 cup of lemon juice.
In a small saucepan mix sugar and lemon zest. Add heavy cream.
Heat over medium-low heat, bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Simmer for about 3 minutes. Until you see gentle bubbles.
Remove from heat, add lemon juice and whisk to combine. Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
Strain through a fine mesh strainer to remove zest – this step is optional.
Pour the mixture into the lemon shells. You also can serve in on cups/ramekins.
Allow to cool completely to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set. Keep covered in the fridge.

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Notes

Serving options: While serving the posset in lemon shells is visually appealing, you can also use cups or ramekins for easier serving.
Straining the zest: Straining the mixture is optional, but it helps achieve a smoother texture if you're not a fan of zest in the final dessert.
Storage: Keep the posset covered in the fridge to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
FAQs: Make sure you read the FAQs for this recipe that are located below the recipe box for additional tips and troubleshooting!

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