Description
This luxurious and silky orange posset is a classic British dessert made with just cream, sugar, and fresh citrus—elegant, simple, and bursting with bright orange flavor, perfect for spring or a refined finish to any meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 oranges)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not let it boil over.
- Remove from heat and stir in orange juice, lemon juice, and orange zest. The mixture will slightly thicken as the citrus reacts with the cream.
- Pour into serving glasses or ramekins. Let cool at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set with a smooth, custard-like texture.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of orange zest before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed juice for the best flavor and acidity.
- Posset can be made a day ahead—perfect for entertaining.
- Serve with shortbread or biscotti for an added touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
