Lemon Posset Recipe

Wow your guests with this elegant yet incredibly easy Lemon Posset recipe! Made with just four simple ingredients and ready in minutes (plus chilling time), this delightful dessert is perfect for finishing a meal or using as a zesty lemon curd alternative in tarts. Serve with fresh berries and crunchy almond biscuits for an unforgettable treat. This recipe is cheap, impressive, and surprisingly quick!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 152 mins
Calories 544.6 kcal
Protein 5g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Posset

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How to Make Lemon Posset

  1. Combine the double cream, caster sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
  2. Heat gently over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not boil.
  3. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon zest.
  4. Divide the mixture evenly among small serving glasses or ramekins.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the posset to set.
  6. Serve chilled, garnished with fresh berries and/or almond biscuits.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

135g

Fat

137g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Posset?

Lemon Posset takes about 162 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 152 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Posset?

Lemon Posset has approximately 544.6 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 67 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Posset?

The key ingredients for Lemon Posset are Heavy Cream, Granulated Sugar, Lemon Juice, Lemon Zest. See the full list with measurements above.

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