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BRITISH ELEGANCE
The 3-Ingredient Lemon Dessert I Make Every Spring
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5.0 (380)|(2 Reviews)Silky, chilled British lemon posset creams set by lemon juice and heavy cream, served in ramekins with shortbread.
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By Jessica Furniss (Recipe Developer)•Published April 30, 2026
⏱ 3 hrs 10 mins (incl. chill)
Simply Recipes / Jessica Furniss🔥 290 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Pure creamy luxury with only 3 ingredients.
- Naturally sets firm without gelatin, cornstarch, or eggs.
BRITISH ELEGANCE
The 3-Ingredient Lemon Dessert I Make Every Spring
A medieval British dessert that feels like pure alchemy: boiling heavy cream with sugar, then stirring in fresh lemon juice. The citric acid naturally thickens the cream into a silky, luscious pudding that sets in the fridge with zero gelatin or eggs. Difficulty: Super Easy.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time3 hrs 10 mins (incl. chill)
Servings4 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 2 large lemons)
- Finely grated lemon zest for garnish
Directions
1
Boil cream and sugar
In a saucepan, bring heavy cream and sugar to a gentle rolling boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
2
Stir in lemon juice
Remove from heat; stir in fresh lemon juice and zest. Let cool 10 minutes in the pan.
3
Pour and chill
Pour into 4 small ramekins or glass jars. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours until set.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Boil the cream and sugar for a full 3 minutes so enough water evaporates to create a firm custard.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories290 kcal
Protein2g
Carbs22g
Total Fat22g
Sodium: 35mg
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
