If you’re cooking for dinner party guests or have friends and family over and want to impress with dessert – then this recipe for lemon posset is for you. Not only does it look exquisite, served in glasses, but it is a dreamy, creamy dessert with a zesty kick. Best of all you can make it ahead of time, with only a few ingredients, meaning you have more time to enjoy yourself rather than slaving in the kitchen.
What is in lemon posset?
Lemon posset is a British classic and is made from just a few ingredients. A posset was originally a popular hot drink made of milk curdled with wine or ale and often spiced. In the 16th century, the ‘drink’ developed into the creamy, sugary, citrus-based dessert we now have today. So this incredible dessert has been around for over 400 years.
How to make lemon posset
This lemon posset recipe is the dream because it’s SO EASY to make a really impressive citrusy dessert. All you need is just three ingredients:
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Lemon juice and zest
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Double cream
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Sugar
Seriously, that’s it. All you have to do is heat the cream and the sugar together in a pan over a medium heat. When all the sugar has dissolved, you turn off the heat, add the lemon zest and juice, combine and then pour into your glasses before chilling in the fridge.
Can you make lemon posset the day before?
Absolutely. That’s the beauty of this recipe because if you’re entertaining, you can make this ahead of time, chill in the fridge and then take it out and serve straight away. There is no messing about, no stress and gives you back more time to spend with your guests. And if you’re super organised, you can even make these two days in advance.
How long does lemon posset last?
As long as the lemon posset is kept in the fridge it can last up to three days. You can even freeze lemon posset – just make sure to defrost for several hours before serving.
What to serve with it
They’re lovely on their own, but I like to chop some fresh mint and reserve some lemon zest to sprinkle over the top. This recipe for lemon posset also pairs very well with shortbread biscuits.
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Best ever lemon posset recipe
Ingredients
- 600 ml double cream
- 200 g caster sugar
- 2 lemons juice and zest
- fresh mint to serve
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat the cream and sugar together, until the sugar has completely melted.
- Gently bring to a simmer for a minute then turn off the heat.
- Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest and combine well.
- Divide the lemon cream into glasses, mason jars or ramekins.
- Leave to cool, then cover and chill in the fridge for at least three hours, or for up to 24 hours.
- Serve with some fresh mint and some shortbread biscuits.
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Honestly, one of my favourite desserts. Love this and the simplicity.