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A creamy and zesty lemon posset served in a delicate glass ramekin, garnished with a fresh mint leaf.

Easy Lemon Posset Recipe (3 Ingredients & No Gelatin!)

This classic British Lemon Posset recipe is an elegant, simple dessert requiring only three basic ingredients: heavy cream, sugar, and fresh lemon juice. It's a quick, no-bake, make-ahead delight, perfect for impressing with minimal effort. Enjoy its velvety texture and bright, refreshing flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 215

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream*
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 Tbsp lemon juice (from about 3 lemons*)
  • Lemon slice or berries (optional for serving)

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • Large measuring cup with pouring lip
  • Ramekins or hollowed lemon halves

Method
 

  1. Boil - In a small saucepan, heat the cream and sugar, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Bring to a boil, then adjust the heat so it doesn’t boil over and keep it at a medium boil for 5 minutes.
  2. Add lemon - Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, then set aside to cool for 15 minutes. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve set over a large measuring cup with a pouring lip.
  3. Fill - Divide the mixture between 6 ramekins or between 10-12 lemon halves* if you prefer to serve it that way. Fill your serving cups about 3/4” full so it sets up properly.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set, then top with whipped cream if desired, along with a lemon slice or berries for garnish.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 13mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use heavy cream and boil for the full 5 minutes to ensure proper setting. Strain for a silky-smooth texture. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended. Nutrition information for potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and iron is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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