A New Look at Lemon Posset

The Lemon Posset dessert is based on the hot English drink made of curdled milk and ale.  Served chilled, this dessert is a light and delightful end to dinner. With only 3 ingredients used, you will love how simple this recipe is to make. 

The following recipe will make 6-8 servings, for a dinner party, or enough for a romantic Valentine’s Day Date, and leftovers for the next day.

Ingredients for the Lemon Posset

1. 2 Lemons
2. 2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream
3. 2/3rd Cup of Super-Fine Sugar 

Instructions

1. Grate peel from both lemons. 
2. Slice open and juice lemons for 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice.
3. Combine lemon juice, lemon zest, and sugar in a pan, bring to a gentle boil and boil for 3-4 minutes until syrup forms.  Set to the side and let it cool. 
4. Pour heavy cream in a non-reactive pan and gently bring to a slow boil. Boil for 3-6 minutes to slightly reduce cream. 
5. Combine syrup with cream. *Optional* At this point you can also add a teaspoon of honey or a tablespoon of mead. 
6. Divide into serving dishes and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.
7. Serve chilled with a garnish of fresh mint, berries, or a dollop of whipped cream. 

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