Lemon and rhubarb posset recipe

Simple but delicious, these zingy lemon and rhubarb possets are easy to make ahead prepped in just 10 minutes.

If you're looking for a simple twist on the classic lemon posset, this recipe with tangy rhubarb and warming ginger biscuits is perfect. The recipe uses lemon juice and zest and is served in little ramekins but bowls or glasses would work brilliantly too. 

Ingredients

• 200ml double cream
• 40g granulated sugar
• Zest ½ lemon and 2tbsp juice
• 1tsp vanilla extract
• 1 ginger snap biscuit, crushed

For the rhubarb:

• 1 stick forced rhubarb, cut diagonally into 3cm pieces
• 1-2tbsp granulated sugar

Method

1. Gently heat the cream, sugar, lemon zest and vanilla in a pan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 3 mins. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Cool to room temperature. Pour into the ramekins or serving glasses, then cover and chill for at least 4 hrs or overnight.
2. Heat the oven to 150C Fan/Gas 3.5. Toss the rhubarb with the sugar. Put it into a roasting tray, cover with foil, and roast for 7 mins, until tender. Remove rhubarb from the tray and pour the juices into a pan. Simmer for 10 mins until syrupy. Pour over the rhubarb and set aside to cool.
3. To serve, top each posset with rhubarb, syrup and the crushed ginger snap biscuit.

Top tips for making lemon and rhubarb posset

You can prepare the lemon and rhubarb posset 1 day ahead but we recommend not assembling until you're ready to serve. Once set and chilled, bring the components to room temperature about 30 minutes before serving. If you have leftover rhubarb and need some ideas on how to use it up, read our tips below. 

If you're making this dessert for a special occasion or date night, make sure you present it in some lovely bowls or ramekins. We like the look of these ones from John Lewis. 

Tiny Graphic Bowls, Set of 3 - View at John Lewis

These adorable bowls have a fun graphic design on the bottom which your loved ones will discover when they have reached the end of the dessert. They are hand wash only but could also be used for snacks and nibbles like olives and nuts when you're hosting. 

Looking for more easy dessert inspiration? Our lemon creams use only three ingredients but our lemon meringue pie is a real showstopper and perfect if you're catering for more than two. Alternatively you might like something comforting like a rhubarb crumble. For those hosting a more casual afternoon, a slice of lemon drizzle cake will no doubt satisfy your guest's sweet cravings.