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No-Bake Lemon Posset

No-Bake Lemon Posset

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice about 2 large lemons
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Method
 

  1. Pour the cream and sugar into a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Bring to a gentle boil and boil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and immediately stir in lemon juice and zest.
  5. Strain if desired, then pour into serving glasses.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
  7. Garnish and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cream only for proper setting
  • Boil time directly affects thickness
  • Fresh lemon juice is essential
  • Posset keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days