A posset (also historically spelled poshote, poshotte) was originally a popular British hot drink made of milk curdled with wine or ale, often spiced, which was often used as a remedy. In the 16th century the drink evolved into a cream, sugar and citrus-based confection, which is still consumed today as a cold set dessert similar to syllabub.
The recipe I share today, for lemon posset, has to be one of the easiest desserts to make. Simply heat some cream and sugar (or equivalent sweetener) and whisk in lemon juice to create a smooth lemon mousse that makes the perfect finish to a special dinner for two.
Serves Two
100ml/3½fl oz double (heavy) cream
50g/1¾oz sugar or equivalent sweetener
½ large lemon, finely grated zest and juice (about 2 tbsp)
Method
1. Put the double cream and the sugar into a pan over a low heat. Stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar, gently bring the cream to the boil. Simmer the cream for three minutes, then remove from the heat and allow to cool.
2. Add the lemon juice and zest and whisk well.
3. Pour the lemon cream mixture into two small cups or serving glasses and refrigerate for three hours.
Tip
Garnish with a few chopped almonds or pistachios, a bit of candied lemon peel or a scattering of shortbread crumbs for crunch.
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All the best Jan
33 comments:
...I love lemon, posset is new for me.
This may be good for Valentines day meal.
Happy New Year Jan.
Tina
Sounds delicious! -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com
Nunca lo he probado pero me da ganas de hacerlo. Tomó nota. te mando un beso.
Have never had lemon posset...they look intriguing!
That sounds good.
Yum.
As soon as I saw the words, Lemon Posset my mind's eye conjured up images of people from bygone days sitting round the fire, sticking pokers heated in the fire into their ale to heat it up. I've heard of it, but I've never had any. It certainly does sound delicious.
I'm still not sure what day of the week it is but hope the weather isn't too desperate where you are. Debbie,
Looks like a great recipe,
I'll give it a try.
First time I read about something like this!!
Thank you very much!
Questo dolce per me è una vera novità.
Grazie mille per la ricetta
Looks and sounds interesting, Jan.
That looks so good.
(I remember my babies 'possetting' but that was rather different! 🤢)
This is new to me. Worth trying.
God bless.
Posset in new to me, thanks for sharing.
Take care, have a wonderful day!
I Love anything lemon!! Thanks for this!
hugs
Donna
Jipp - Super - Thanks.
I'll take it :-)))
Hug to you.
Lemon is always yummy, but especially in the winter. I haven't heard that term posset either.
I will try with equivalent sweetener. Thank you 🍋🟩🍸
I never heard of posset, but this looks very easy and a tasty cold remedy.
Oh my, this sounds very good. I am going to pin this recipe. Thank you Jan!
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J.P. Alexander
Nunca lo he probado pero me da ganas de hacerlo. Tomó nota. te mando un beso.
I've never tried it but it makes me want to. I took note. I send you a kiss.
Stefania
Questo dolce per me è una vera novità.
Grazie mille per la ricetta
This dessert is a real novelty for me.
Thanks so much for the recipe
Definitely my kind of dessert!
I like lemon so I'm sure I'd like this.
Sounds good!
I must try this AND add a new word to my vocabulary. Thanks.
Sounds yummy ~ thanks, hugs,
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
clm ~ A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Well that sounds lovely, I like lemon desserts.
Never heard of it! Looks alright though :-D
Oh that sounds so good! I love lemon anything. Thanks Jan and all the best :)
This sounds delicious and easy!
Interesting, I don't think I have heard of this before
Me apunto la receta y la haré un día. Besos.
I've never tried making this before but it looks like a very refreshing dessert. Thank you,Jan
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