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Golden Lemon Possets

Golden Lemon Possets are a simple 3-ingredient dessert with a smooth, creamy texture and fresh lemon flavor. They’re easy to make without eggs, cornstarch, or gelatin. Perfect for spring, summer, festivals, and holidays, they can be prepared ahead of time. Serve them in lemon shells or glasses, topped with berries or fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 serves
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 20 oz double cream
  • 5 oz castor sugar
  • Zest and juice of 4 large lemons

Method
 

  1. Heat a saucepan over low heat. Add the double cream, castor sugar, and lemon zest. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the cream is hot but not boiling.
  2. Remove from the heat and add the lemon juice. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Pour the mixture into ramekins or cocktail glasses. Chill for 2–3 hours.
  4. Once set, garnish with lemon slices coated in sugar.
  5. Add a fresh herb and serve chilled.