Lime and Lemon Posset

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Lime and Lemon Posset
45 min.
6
403kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with our delightful Lime and Lemon Posset, a simple yet elegant dessert that promises to tantalize your senses. This recipe beautifully balances the zesty brightness of fresh citrus with the creamy richness of whipped cream, making it an ideal treat for any occasion, whether it's a casual family dinner or a special celebration.

As a vegetarian and gluten-free dessert, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences without compromising on flavor. With just a few ingredients, you can create a velvety, smooth posset that is sure to impress your guests. The preparation is effortless and takes only 45 minutes, but the real magic happens when you let it chill—allowing the flavors to meld and the posset to set into a luscious treat.

The sprinkle of grated lime and lemon peel on top adds not just a burst of color but also enhances the citrusy aroma that wafts through as soon as you present these elegant ramekins. Pair it with our Lime and Lemon Friands for a complete sensory experience that captures the essence of sunny days and coastal breezes.

Discover how this simple dessert can bring a touch of sophistication to your table and become a new favorite in your dessert repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Lime and Lemon Posset!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon lime zest grated
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 2.3 cups whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ramekin

Directions

  1. Bring cream and 3/4 cup sugar to boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Boil 3 minutes, stirring constantly, adjusting heat as needed to prevent mixture from boiling over.
  2. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and lime juice and cool 10 minutes. Stir mixture again and divide among six 1/2-cup ramekins or custard cups. Cover and chill possets until set, at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Mix remaining 1 teaspoon sugar, lemon peel, and lime peel in small bowl.
  4. Sprinkle atop possets and serve with Lime and Lemon Friands.

Nutrition Facts

Calories403kcal
Protein2.5%
Fat70.08%
Carbs27.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.02
Glycemic Load
17.46
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
4.1099999948688%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.48mg
Hesperetin
1.68mg
Naringenin
0.13mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:402.86kcal
20.14%
Fat:32.32g
49.73%
Saturated Fat:20.53g
128.32%
Carbohydrates:28.46g
9.49%
Net Carbohydrates:28.37g
10.32%
Sugar:27.85g
30.94%
Cholesterol:100.85mg
33.62%
Sodium:24.55mg
1.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.59g
5.18%
Vitamin A:1315.26IU
26.31%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.28%
Vitamin D:1.43µg
9.52%
Vitamin C:5.47mg
6.62%
Calcium:60.86mg
6.09%
Vitamin E:0.84mg
5.63%
Phosphorus:53.17mg
5.32%
Selenium:2.84µg
4.06%
Potassium:99.74mg
2.85%
Vitamin K:2.89µg
2.75%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.45%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.38%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.87%
Magnesium:7.17mg
1.79%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.5%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.41%
Folate:5.64µg
1.41%
Source:Epicurious