Lemon Posset

Name: Lemon Posset
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 tsp lemon zest, finely grated; 1 cup fresh raspberries or blueberries; 8 fresh mint leaves

An elegant British no-fuss cream dessert that sets like a light panna cotta using only lemon juice as the setting agent, served chilled in small glasses with fresh berries. Plan ahead: posset must chill for at least 3 hours to set.

25 minEasyServes 4320 cal/serving

BritishDessertStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
1 cup fresh raspberries or blueberries
8 fresh mint leaves

Instructions

1

Combine 2 cups heavy cream and 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a medium saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Boil for exactly 3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
2

Remove from heat and stir in 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice and 2 tsp finely grated lemon zest. Let cool for 10 minutes.
3

Divide the mixture evenly among 4 small glasses or ramekins. Do not stir again once poured.
4

Let the possets come to room temperature, then refrigerate uncovered for at least 3 hours, or overnight, until fully set with a gentle wobble.
5

Before serving, top each posset with 1 cup fresh raspberries or blueberries and a sprig of fresh mint leaves. Serve cold.

Questions

Can I make Lemon Posset dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 2 cups heavy cream. Swap the cream for full-fat coconut milk or an oat cooking cream. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Lemon Posset ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Keep it covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days.

Can I halve or double Lemon Posset?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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