# Lemon Posset

This easy three-ingredient dessert called lemon posset is absolutely stunning, bright, delicious, and perfect for spring and summer.

- Total time: 210 min
- Cuisine: British
- Category: Dessert
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 4 large Lemons
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
- Decorative sugar
- Raspberry

## Instructions

1. Cut the lemons in half widthwise.
2. Using a spoon or small knife, carefully scoop out the flesh and juice, being careful not to puncture the rind.
3. Save the inside flesh of the lemon, squeeze out the juices and strain into a bowl or cup and set it aside for the filling.
4. Set the halved lemon cups onto a tray or plate so they are sitting upright and are stable.
5. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, sugar, and lemon zest.
6. Stir occasionally and bring to a gentle simmer.
7. Let it bubble lightly for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
8. Remove the pan from heat and slowly whisk in the lemon juice.
9. Carefully pour the warm posset into the prepared lemon cups or into small jars.
10. Let them cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
11. Refrigerate for at least 2.5-3 hours or until fully set.
12. Before serving, garnish with sanding sugar and a berry if desired.

## Equipment

- spoon
- small knife
- bowl
- cup
- tray
- plate
- medium saucepan
- whisk
- liquid measuring cup

## Tips

- The acidity of the juice causes the casein proteins in the cream to coagulate and bind together and naturally thicken.
- If you use a different style sweetener it may not set.
- If you need a dairy alternative, look up a vegan version of this dish.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT65CKDuy/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/8a14388f-c616-472a-8522-d8a0e0778f98
- Extracted: 2025-08-08

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