Lemon Posset Brûlée
Lemon Posset Brûlée is a refreshing twist on the classic British dessert that combines creamy lemon custard with a delightful caramelized sugar crust. This no-bake treat is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just a handful of ingredients and minimal time. Perfect for dinner parties or a cozy night in, this elegant dessert will impress your guests with its bright flavor and stunning presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (+ more for brûlée)
- Zest of 1–1½ lemons
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Rinse lemons, slice them in half, and scoop out the flesh, leaving hollow halves.
- Squeeze the lemon flesh to extract juice and strain it to remove seeds.
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, sugar, and lemon zest; warm over medium-low heat until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract until combined.
- Strain the mixture into another bowl to ensure a smooth texture; let cool for 10 minutes.
- Fill the hollowed lemon halves with the cooled mixture and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours or overnight until set.
- Before serving, sprinkle with granulated sugar and caramelize using a blowtorch for that signature brûlée finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lemon half (90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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