Silky Lemon Posset (Printable)

A luxuriously tangy British dessert featuring silky cream infused with bright lemon, setting into a smooth pudding-like texture.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 cups heavy cream (double cream)

02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar

03 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)

04 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and granulated sugar.

02 - Place over medium heat, stirring gently, until the sugar dissolves and the cream just begins to simmer (do not boil).

03 - Remove from heat. Stir in the lemon juice and zest. The mixture will thicken slightly as the acid reacts with the cream.

04 - Allow the mixture to cool for 10 minutes, then pour into 4 individual serving glasses or ramekins.

05 - Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until set with a silky, pudding-like texture.

06 - Serve chilled, optionally garnished with fresh berries, extra lemon zest, or a shortbread cookie.

01 -

The way science does all the work while you basically stir and wait
How something this elegant comes together with ingredients you probably have right now
That moment when you tip the glass and nothing moves

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The acid is what sets this dessert, so dont be tempted to reduce the lemon juice even if it seems like a lot
Glass serving dishes let you see that beautiful curd like texture, which is half the appeal

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Don't walk away while the cream is heating, it goes from simmer to boil faster than you expect
The serving size is small because this dessert is incredibly rich, smaller glasses are actually perfect