Lemon Posset Cake: The Best Easy Recipe for Fresh Flavor
A delightful and tangy cake that perfectly balances the sweetness with fresh lemon flavor. Ideal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream and sugar over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then slowly add the cream mixture while whisking.
- Pour the mixture into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, use organic lemons.
- Serve with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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