A smooth, creamy dessert with only 4 ingredients!
✅ You’ll Need:
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5 lemons (you’ll use the juice and the peels for serving cups)
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1/2 cup strawberry purée (from about 5 oz. fresh or frozen strawberries)
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2 cups heavy cream
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
🍽 Tools:
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Blender or food processor
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Fine mesh sieve
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Saucepot
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Whisk
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Spoon or muddler
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Measuring cups
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Optional: small cups or ramekins (if not using lemon halves)
🥄 Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Prep the Lemons
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Slice lemons lengthwise.
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Scoop out the inside into a bowl.
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Muddle the pulp to release the juice.
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Strain through a sieve to remove seeds and pulp.
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Measure out 5 tablespoons of juice.
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Save the lemon peels to use as little cups!
Step 2: Make Strawberry Purée
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Blend 5 oz. of strawberries until smooth.
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Strain to remove seeds.
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Measure 1/2 cup of purée.
Step 3: Cook the Cream and Sugar
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In a large pot, add:
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2 cups heavy cream
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3/4 cup sugar
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Heat over medium and stir until sugar dissolves.
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Bring to a boil, stir constantly for 3 minutes.
⚠️ Watch closely—it can boil over!
Step 4: Add Lemon and Strawberry
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Remove from heat.
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Whisk in:
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5 tablespoons lemon juice
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1/2 cup strawberry purée
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Let it sit for 10 minutes (it will start to thicken).
Pour and Chill
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Whisk the mixture again.
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Pour into lemon halves or small cups.
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Cover with plastic wrap.
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Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
🎉 Optional Garnish:
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Add a tiny strawberry slice or mint leaf on top before serving!
🍴 Serve Cold & Enjoy!
Creamy, fruity, and super simple. Great for parties or a fancy (but easy) dessert at home.
🧊 Storing Tips:
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Store in the fridge, covered, for up to 4 days.
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Not ideal for freezing.
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FAQs
Q: Can I use bottled lemon juice?
A: Fresh works best! Bottled lemon juice may not curdle the cream properly.
Q: Can I skip the strawberry?
A: Yep! Just use the lemon juice for a classic posset.
Q: Can I use other berries?
A: Sure! Blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries are great alternatives.
Q: What if I don’t have lemon cups?
A: Use any small dessert cups or ramekins.
Q: Is this gluten-free?
A: Yes! No flour or thickener needed.
