Name: Passion Fruit Posset Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 3 h 20 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 cups (480 ml) Heavy Cream; ⅔ cup (133 g) Granulated Sugar; 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest (from two lemons); 6 tablespoons (90 g) Passion Fruit Puree (from about 4 passion fruits); Passion Fruit Pulp, for garnish

Introduction

Passion Fruit Posset is a silky, tangy dessert that combines the richness of cream with the bright flavor of passion fruit. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a refreshing finish to any meal.

Two clear round glasses are filled with two layers: the bottom layer is smooth and pale yellow, and the top layer is bright orange passion fruit pulp with green seeds spread unevenly on the surface. These glasses are placed on a light purple rectangular board with a matte texture, which rests on a white marbled surface. To the left of the glasses, there are three halved dark purple passion fruits, showing wrinkled skins and bright orange pulp inside. On the lower right of the board, there is a small white bowl filled with dense passion fruit pulp, rich with seeds. Soft sunlight casts shadows across the scene, creating contrast and warm highlights. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups (480 ml) Heavy Cream
⅔ cup (133 g) Granulated Sugar
2 tablespoons Lemon Zest, from two lemons
6 tablespoons (90 g) Passion Fruit Puree, from about 4 passion fruits
Passion Fruit Pulp, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare a 2-cup measuring cup and 6 small ramekins or dessert cups, and set them aside.
Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine the cream, sugar, and lemon zest. Heat over medium until it reaches a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir frequently and let it simmer for about 6 minutes, allowing the mixture to reduce to exactly 2 cups.
Step 3: Pour the reduced mixture into the measuring cup and stir in the passion fruit puree thoroughly.
Step 4: Strain the mixture into a clean bowl to achieve a smooth texture, then divide it evenly among the ramekins.
Step 5: Chill the possets in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight to allow them to set completely.
Step 6: Before serving, garnish each posset with fresh passion fruit pulp for added flavor and visual appeal.

Tips & Variations

Use ripe passion fruits for the puree and pulp to ensure the best flavor intensity.
For a twist, substitute lemon zest with lime or orange zest for a different citrus note.
If passion fruit is unavailable, try using mango or guava puree as a tropical alternative.
Make sure to strain the mixture well to keep the posset silky smooth and free of zest bits.

Storage

Store the passion fruit posset covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the garnish separate until ready to serve to maintain freshness. To reheat, allow the posset to come to room temperature for a few minutes, but this dessert is best enjoyed chilled.

How to Serve

The image shows three clear glass cups filled with a creamy white dessert topped with bright orange passion fruit pulp and black seeds. Each glass is on a white plate with scattered light brown cookies that have a rough texture and some green bits, likely nuts or herbs. Around the plates, there are thin, pale yellow slices of dried pineapple. One plate has a metal spoon resting beside the glass. A soft rust-colored cloth napkin is placed under one of the plates. The whole scene is set on a white marbled surface with natural light casting soft shadows, giving a fresh and inviting look. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use pasteurized juice instead of fresh passion fruit puree?

Yes, pasteurized juice can be used, but fresh puree provides a brighter, more intense flavor and better texture.

What can I do if I don’t have ramekins?

You can use small glasses, jars, or any other small, heatproof containers to set the posset.

Passion Fruit Posset Recipe

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This Passion Fruit Posset is a silky, tangy British dessert made from just a few simple ingredients: heavy cream, sugar, lemon zest, and fresh passion fruit puree. The creamy custard is gently simmered until thickened, then chilled to set into a luscious, smooth dessert, garnished with vibrant passion fruit pulp for an elegant tropical finish.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: British
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

Scale

Posset Base

2 cups (480 ml) Heavy Cream
⅔ cup (133 g) Granulated Sugar
2 tablespoons Lemon Zest (from two lemons)
6 tablespoons (90 g) Passion Fruit Puree (from about 4 passion fruits)

Garnish

Passion Fruit Pulp, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare your tools: Grab a 2-cup measuring cup and 6 small ramekins or dessert cups. Set them aside so they’re ready when you finish the cooking process.
Combine and heat the base: In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, granulated sugar, and lemon zest. Place over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce the heat to a simmer. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Simmer and reduce: Let the mixture simmer for about 6 minutes until it reduces in volume to exactly 2 cups. Use your 2-cup measuring cup to regularly check the reduction. This step thickens the cream and infuses it with bright lemon flavor.
Add passion fruit puree: Once the cream mixture is reduced, pour it into the measuring cup and stir in the passion fruit puree thoroughly for a fresh, tropical flavor throughout the posset.
Strain the mixture: Strain the liquid through a fine sieve into a clean bowl to remove the lemon zest and any other solids, ensuring a smooth, silky texture for the posset.
Pour and chill: Divide the strained mixture evenly among the ramekins. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the posset to set firmly.
Garnish and serve: Before serving, spoon fresh passion fruit pulp on top of each posset for a vibrant and flavorful garnish. Enjoy the creamy, refreshing dessert chilled.

Notes

Use fresh passion fruits for authentic flavor, but passion fruit puree from a trusted store brand works well too.
If you don’t have fresh lemons for zest, high-quality bottled lemon zest can be a substitute.
Chilling overnight improves the texture and flavor melding.
Ensure you simmer and reduce the cream mixture carefully to avoid scorching.
This dessert is gluten-free and suitable for a vegetarian diet, but not vegan due to cream.

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