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Lemon Posset Brûlée

Delightful Lemon Posset Brûlée: Easy 3-Ingredient Treat

Discover the Lemon Posset Brûlée, a delightful 3-ingredient dessert that combines zesty lemons and creamy texture for an elegant finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 17 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Base
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Adds a smooth, luxurious texture.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness.
  • 6 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed from medium-sized lemons.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional for enhanced flavor.
For Serving
  • 6 pieces Lemon Halves Used as serving vessels.
  • Optional Toppings Lemon slices, fresh mint, whipped cream, or berries.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Cupcake Tin
  • kitchen torch
  • ramekins

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Lemons: Cut lemons in half and juice to yield 6 tablespoons of juice. Keep lemon halves for serving.
  2. Set Up Lemons: Clean out the lemon halves and place them cut side up in a stable cupcake tin or ramekins.
  3. Make Cream Mixture: Combine heavy cream and sugar in a saucepan. Boil, then simmer for 2 minutes; add lemon juice and vanilla, then cool for 15 minutes.
  4. Fill Lemons: Pour cream mixture into lemon halves; use any excess for small ramekins. Place back in tin.
  5. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
  6. Brûlée Topping: Sprinkle with sugar and caramelize using a kitchen torch. Chill again for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 45mg

Notes

Perfect for impressing guests, this elegant dessert is as delightful as it is simple to prepare. Feel free to customize flavors and toppings.

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