Description
This Lemon Posset Brûlée recipe combines the creamy richness of posset with a caramelized sugar topping for a delightful dessert that’s both refreshing and indulgent. The tangy lemon flavor cuts through the sweetness, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Lemon Posset:
- 4 lemons
- 6 Tablespoons lemon juice (from the lemons above)
- 2 Cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 Cup granulated sugar
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
For Brûlée Topping:
- Extra granulated sugar for topping
Garnish:
- lemon slices
- whipped cream
- mint sprigs
- fresh berries
Instructions
- Slice: Slice the lemons in half lengthwise.
- Juice: Juice the lemons and discard seeds. Take 6 Tablespoons of the lemon juice and place into a small bowl, set aside. Discard or save the remaining lemon juice for another recipe.
- Remove: Using a metal spoon clean out the fruit pulp from the halved lemons.
- Stabilize: Use a cupcake tin or small ramekins to stabilize the lemon halves, placing each cut side up into one of the ramekins or cupcake spaces. Set aside.
- Simmer: In a small saucepan, combine the cream and sugar. Heat mixture over medium-high heat, stirring slowly and continuously. Once the mixture comes to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Cool: Add the lemon juice and optional vanilla extract to the cream mixture, stirring slowly. Let the mixture sit to cool for at least 15 minutes.
- Fill: After cooling, pour the mixture into the halved lemons, filling each almost to the top. Pour any extra posset into ramekins.
- Chill: Let the posset cool completely, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- For Brûlée Topping: Sprinkle granulated sugar on top of each posset. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown. Chill for 10-15 minutes.
- If Not Making a Brûlée Topping: Garnish with lemon slices, mint leaves, berries, and/or whipped cream.
Notes
- Ensure the posset is well-chilled for the best texture and flavor.
- Experiment with different garnishes for a personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing, Simmering, Chilling
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 posset
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Lemon Posset Brûlée, Lemon Dessert Recipe, Caramelized Sugar, Citrus Dessert
