Description
Indulge in the creamy, citrusy delight of Lemon Posset Dessert. This easy-to-make treat is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, making it a refreshing and elegant dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Lemon Posset:
- 600 ml heavy whipping cream (from real milk at least 33% fat)
- 200 grams sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 75 ml lemon juice preferably fresh
Instructions
- Heat the Cream: In a saucepan, heat the cream and sugar over medium heat until fine bubbles appear on top.
- Add Flavor: Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Cool and Strain: Let the mixture cool, then strain into cups.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Notes
- Evaporated or condensed milk won’t work for this recipe.
- Make the dessert no more than 2-3 days in advance and store in the fridge.
- Strain the cooked mixture for a smooth texture.
- Consider using other citrus fruits like oranges or tangerines.
- For a dairy-free option, coconut or dairy-free cream alternatives may work.
- Ensure not to over-reduce or add too much lemon juice to prevent the posset from turning too thick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
