Description
Lemon Posset Brûlée is a luxurious and refreshing dessert that brings a modern twist to the classic British posset. This egg-free treat features a silky smooth lemon custard topped with a crisp layer of caramelized sugar that adds both flavor and an impressive presentation. Perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to elegant gatherings, this no-bake delight is sure to impress your guests and satisfy any sweet cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can create a stunning dessert that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (+ more for brûlée)
- 1–1½ lemons (zested)
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the lemons by rinsing, slicing in half, and scooping out the flesh.
- Extract the lemon juice using your hands or a lemon squeezer, straining it through a sieve.
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, sugar, and lemon zest; heat gently until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Strain the mixture again for a smooth texture and cool for about 10 minutes.
- Fill hollowed lemon halves with the mixture and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize with a blowtorch until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Lemon Posset Brûlée (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 90mg