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Best Easy Lemon Posset

Best Easy Lemon Posset: A Refreshing 3-Ingredient Treat

Experience the magic of Best Easy Lemon Posset, a no-bake dessert that's creamy, tart, and sweet—all with just three ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 possets
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Posset
  • 2 cups heavy cream Creates a luscious texture
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Balances tartness
  • 2 lemons lemons Freshly squeezed juice required
  • a pinch kosher salt Enhances flavor
  • to taste lemon zest Adds extra lemony flavor

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • kitchen blow torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and lemon zest. Heat over medium-low until steaming, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice until well combined.
  3. Carefully pour the mixture into scooped lemon halves or glass cups. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3-4 hours.
  4. Optional: Sprinkle sugar over tops and use a blow torch to caramelize for a crispy layer.
  5. Serve immediately from lemon vessels for an impressive presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1possetCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh lemons and chill overnight for optimal flavor. Avoid boiling the cream mixture.

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