Description
There are few desserts that as cute (and easy to make!) as these key lime pie inspired possets! Made with just 5 ingredients and about 20 minutes of hands on work, these are a perfect small-bite, make ahead dessert for entertaining.
They're tangy, sweet and have a custard-like filling that's thickened by a natural reaction between hot cream and lime juice! Topped with a dollop of whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs, they're just like a mini key lime pie.
Ingredients
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- 1 and 1/2 cups Shamrock Farms Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp lime zest
- 3 tbsp (1 1/2 oz) lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 6 whole limes
Instructions
- To prepare your limes for serving, start by zesting the amount you need for this recipe, then slice each lime in half. Juice the limes.
- Use a spoon to scoop out any remaining flesh. We used 6 limes for serving and had some leftover juice.
- Add the heavy whipping cream, sugar, salt, vanilla and lime zest to a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring often, then reduce to low and gently simmer for 5-6 minutes. (Keep a close eye on the pot as it can boil over quickly!)
- Strain the hot cream through a sieve to remove the zest, then whisk in the lime juice right away. It should thicken slightly.
- Pour the mixture into the lime halves (or small ramekins) and carefully transfer to the fridge for about 4 hours to set.
- Optional: add 1/2 cup of Shamrock Farms Heavy Whipping Cream to a chilled bowl with 1 tbsp powdered sugar and whip until peaks form.
- Top each posset with whipped cream, some crushed graham crackers and a sprinkle of lime zest. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage: Keep these covered and refrigerated for up to 5 days. If you are making these ahead of time and serving for a special occasion, I would recommend waiting to add the toppings until just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 posset
- Calories: 69
- Sugar: 4.7 g
- Sodium: 198 mg
- Fat: 5.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 0.4 g