Lemon Posset

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: British

Keyword: lemon posset, lemon posset recipe

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 8

Cooling Time: 6

Total Time: 6 13

Servings:

Calories: 322kcal

This Lemon Posset recipe is perfectly sweet, tart and melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Lusciously creamy and bursting with bright citrus flavor, this no bake dessert is made with just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort. Whether served in elegant bowls or hollowed-out lemon halves, this classic British dessert is sure to impress!

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Ingredients

3 cups heavy cream
1 cup sugar
lemon zest from 1 lemon
¼ cup fresh lemon juice about 3 lemons
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, pour in the heavy cream, sugar, and lemon zest. Whisk continuously till it reaches a boil.
3 cups heavy cream, 1 cup sugar, lemon zest
Set a timer after the mixture starts to boil for 3 minutes and continue to stir the whole time.
Remove from heat and add the lemon juice and vanilla. Whisk to combine.
¼ cup fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pour into empty lemon shell halves or small bowls. Refrigerate (uncovered) for at least 6 hours and completely set up. Once set, cover tightly or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Storage Information

Refrigerate (uncovered) for at least 6 hours and completely set up. Once set, cover tightly or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve. Just be sure to enjoy it within a few days for the best texture and flavor!

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