Lemon Posset: Creamy Citrus Dessert Recipe
This Lemon Posset recipe delivers a luscious, creamy dessert with a bright citrus zing, perfect for a refreshing treat. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this easy no-bake dessert sets in the fridge to create a silky, smooth texture, ideal for serving in ramekins or lemon cups.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Posset Mixture
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish
- Fresh berries, for serving
- Fresh mint leaves, for serving
Instructions
- Heat cream and sugar: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the heavy cream and sugar. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely, then bring the mixture to a boil.
- Boil and reduce heat: Once boiling, lower the heat to maintain a gentle, steady boil for 5 minutes. Watch carefully and adjust the heat as needed to avoid the cream boiling over. Then, remove the pan from heat.
- Add lemon and vanilla: Stir in the fresh lemon juice and vanilla extract into the hot cream mixture. Allow it to cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- Chill and set: Give the mixture a gentle stir before dividing it evenly into eight small ramekins or hollowed-out lemon halves if desired. Place them in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, allowing the posset to set and thicken.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, garnish each posset with fresh berries and mint leaves for a burst of color and added flavor.
Notes
- Carefully monitor the cream while boiling to prevent boiling over.
- For a decorative presentation, serve the posset in hollowed-out lemon halves.
- Chill time is essential for the posset to properly thicken; do not skip.
- This dessert can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best citrus flavor.
