I have a love affair with crème brûlée. Every time I go to fancy restaurant I can’t help but order this delicious dessert. Making it at home has always been so intimidating to me though. The idea of using a torch in the kitchen freaks me out just a little bit, and using the broiler just doesn’t feel right. In my infinite search to satiate my sweet tooth, I came across this amazing recipe that brings me all the joy of crème brûlée without the kitchen fire.
Since it’s National Honey Month, I’ve been stepping up my honey game. All honey errthang, yo! I’m super excited about this one in particular. Honey posset. You guys, honey posset is pretty much the easiest dessert you’ll ever make. It’s just 4 ingredients, but the pay off is to die for. This recipe makes about 6-8 servings so it’s the perfect dessert for entertaining. You absolutely must try this!!!
Honey Posset
Ingredients
- 4c heavy cream (whipping cream)
- 1/2c honey
- 1/3c lemon juice
- 1tbsp lime juice
- 5 sprigs of lavender (optional)
Directions
- In a saucepan, bring heavy cream and honey to a boil, stirring continuously until well combined
- continue boiling for about 3 minutes
- Remove from heat
- Add the lemon and lime juices, stir
- Mix in lavender, or any flavor you choose (possibilities include cinnamon sticks, vanilla beans, even Grand Marnier!
- Allow the flavor to steep for about 20 minutes
- Remove the lavender sprigs
- Pour mixture into ramekins and cover with plastic wrap
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or 30-40 minutes in the freezer)
- Serve and Enjoy!
Believe me when I say that this dessert is a crowd-pleaser! I’ve only tried the lavender version and it was a hit. Please let me know in the comments if you make any other flavor combinations besides lavender. I’m dying to know what you all come up with!
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I’m drooling! Also, if you are really afraid of a torch in the kitchen, you have options! http://www.delightdulce.com/2014/08/creme-brulee-at-carrousel-without-torch.html
Thanks! That’s so good to know!