NO-BAKE LEMON CUSTARDS WITH STRAWBERRIES
Ultracreamy but still ethereally light, these individual custards are set with lemon juice rather than eggs, cornstarch or gelatin. They are thick and velvety, but not overly rich, with a bright, clean citrus flavor. Based on a British dessert called a posset, the key is to simmer the cream and sugar before adding the fresh lemon juice, giving the cream a chance to thicken slightly. In this summery version, the custards are served with a topping of syrupy, sugared strawberries and a sprinkling of freshly ground black pepper, which adds a gentle spicy note without overwhelming the fruit.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories custards and puddings, dessert
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine cream, sugar, lemon zest and salt over medium-high heat. Bring to simmer, stirring frequently to dissolve sugar. Simmer vigorously until mixture thickens slightly, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Let sit until mixture has cooled slightly and a skin forms on top, about 20 minutes.
- Stir mixture, then strain through fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup with a spout; discard zest. Pour mixture evenly into six 6-ounce ramekins or small bowls.
- Refrigerate, uncovered, until set, at least 3 hours.
- As the custards chill, prepare the strawberry topping: Toss strawberries and sugar in a small mixing bowl. Let fruit macerate at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour, until the sugar is dissolved.
- To serve, top each lemon custard with some strawberry topping and grind black pepper on top.
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Cuidadomusic
[email protected]I would give this recipe 5 stars if I could!
Xase Ozii
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper!
Stephen Agyepong
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out amazing! I love the creamy custard and the bright strawberry flavor.
Mojammel 420
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my custard didn't turn out creamy. It was more like a pudding.
all class fellows
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for no-bake lemon custard. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
deepam 1
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
Mukisa Marah
[email protected]Overall, this was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the results were delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.
Nabil Mufeed
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the custard to set. I ended up having to refrigerate it for longer than the recipe called for.
Qurban Bhatti
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would probably reduce the amount of sugar next time.
Krishtee Sohorye
[email protected]I love the fact that this recipe doesn't require any baking. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.
OXY GAMING
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but this one was surprisingly good. The lemon flavor was subtle and not overpowering.
Thalente Londy
[email protected]I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy custard and the bright strawberry flavor.
Dylan Hodzi
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover strawberries. I had a bunch that were about to go bad, and this was the perfect way to use them.
Rameez Zardari
[email protected]I'm always looking for new no-bake desserts to make in the summer, and this one is definitely a keeper!
Anthing Malla
[email protected]This was my first time making a no-bake custard, and I'm amazed at how easy it was! The instructions were clear and concise, and the results were amazing.
Traci Slutter-Sykes
[email protected]I love the combination of lemon and strawberries in this recipe. It's a perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Shazab razzaq Khan
[email protected]I've always wanted to try a no-bake custard, and this recipe didn't disappoint! It was super easy to make and turned out delicious.
Its Devil
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The lemon custard was creamy and tangy, and the strawberries added a lovely sweetness. I made it for a party and it was a hit!