James Martin’s Lemon Posset is a tasty sweet blend of sugar, double cream, and citrus magic, topped with raspberries and sauce and ready in 4 hours and 15 minutes!
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💛 Why You’ll Love This Lemon Posset Recipe:
- The double cream creates a rich and luxurious texture that melts in your mouth.
- The vibrant lemon juice and zest add a refreshing twist to the sweetness.
- Perfect for casual dinners or special occasions, this posset is a crowd-pleaser.
❓ What Is James Martin’s Lemon Posset Recipe?
James Martin’s Lemon Posset is a luscious sweet treat consisting of sugar, double cream, and lemon, chilled to perfection, and served with raspberries and raspberry sauce.
🍋 James Martin Lemon Posset Ingredients
Lemon Posset:
- 150g caster sugar
- 600ml double cream
- 2 lemons juice and zest
- To serve fresh raspberries and raspberry sauce.
Butter:
- 1l double cream
🍸 How To Make James Martin Lemon Posset
Lemon Posset:
- Pour into glasses and refrigerate for at least 4 hours after combining the sugar and cream.
- Once dissolved, add the zest and lemon juice.
- Place raspberries on top of the sauce and spoon it over.
Butter:
- Put into in a KitchenAid with the whisk attachment and whip until the mixture turns into butter and buttermilk.
💭 Recipe Tips
- For optimal taste and texture, use premium, freshly prepared ingredients.
- The amount of sugar and lemon juice should be adjusted to suit personal taste.
- For a lighter posset, whisk the cream until soft peaks form.
- For a more unique twist, try using fruit coulis or a variety of berries.
🍨 What Goes Well With Lemon Posset?
Indulge in lemon posset’s decadence with a sprinkle of mint leaves, a side of shortbread, a dollop of whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Lemon Posset?
- In The Fridge: Leftover lemon posset can be refrigerated in a sealed jar for up to 3 days.
- In The Freezer: freeze leftover lemon posset in a freezer container for up to 2 months. thaw in the fridge before serving.
🚫Can I Reheat Leftovers Lemon Posset?
No, reheating leftover lemon posset could change its texture and consistency, so it’s best enjoyed chilled.
FAQs
Why is my lemon posset not thickening?
Your lemon posset may not be thickening due to not cooking it for the required minimum of 5 minutes.
Why is my lemon posset sour?
Your lemon posset may turn sour if you don’t balance the citrus acidity with enough sweetener, like sugar, during preparation.
Why did my lemon posset curdle?
Your lemon posset may curdle due to excess acidity or rapid cream heating. Balance acidity and heat gradually for a smooth texture.
How do you fix a runny lemon posset?
To fix a runny lemon posset, transfer to a jug, add cold double cream gradually, stirring to thicken before returning to serving dishes.
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James Martin Lemon Posset Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180.1
- Total Fat 18.7g
- Saturated Fat 11.6g
- Cholesterol 69.2mg
- Sodium 19.4mg
- Potassium 67.0 mg
- Total Carbohydrate 4.6g
- Dietary Fiber 0.1g
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 1.1g
James Martin Lemon Posset
Description
James Martin’s Lemon Posset is a tasty sweet blend of sugar, double cream, and citrus magic, topped with raspberries and sauce and ready in 4 hours and 15 minutes!
Ingredients
Lemon Posset:
Butter:
Instructions
- Pour into glasses and refrigerate for at least 4 hours after combining the sugar and cream.
- Once dissolved, add the zest and lemon juice.
- Place raspberries on top of the sauce and spoon it over.
- Put into in a KitchenAid with the whisk attachment and whip until the mixture turns into butter and buttermilk.
Lemon Posset:
Butter:
Notes
- For optimal taste and texture, use premium, freshly prepared ingredients.
The amount of sugar and lemon juice should be adjusted to suit personal taste.
For a lighter posset, whisk the cream until soft peaks form.
For a more unique twist, try using fruit coulis or a variety of berries.