Lemon Posset: The Easiest, Zingiest 3-Ingredient Dessert! 🍋🍮


 

Imagine a luxuriously creamy, silky-smooth lemon dessert that’s faster to make than pudding and more impressive than mousse—this Lemon Posset is a British classic that requires no eggs, no gelatin, and just 5 minutes of prep!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Only 3 ingredients – Heavy cream, sugar, and lemons
✔ No baking or special skills – Just simmer, chill, and wow!
✔ Intense lemon flavor – Like sunshine in a dessert cup
✔ Elegant enough for dinner parties – But easy enough for weeknights

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

For the Posset

  • 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream (must be full-fat!)

  • ⅔ cup (130g) granulated sugar

  • 2–3 lemons, juiced (about ½ cup juice)

  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional, for extra brightness)

For Serving (Optional)

  • Fresh berries (raspberries, blueberries)

  • Shortbread cookies

  • Mint leaves

Step-by-Step Instructions



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