Lemon cream cups: The dessert taking social media by storm looks straight from a pastry shop

Creamy, refreshing and elegant, lemon posset is the kind of dessert that draws attention at first glance. It has become a summer hit on social media, yet it requires only three ingredients.

Inspired by a classic British recipe, the dessert has a silky texture and a sweet, fresh citrus flavor. It works equally well for a family lunch or a more refined dinner. For the most striking presentation, the cream can be poured into hollowed-out lemon halves.

To make it, heat 475 milliliters of heavy cream with 130 grams of sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cook it gently for about five minutes. Remove it from the heat and stir in the juice of three lemons.

Let the mixture cool for about 15 minutes, then strain it through a fine sieve for a smooth finish. Divide it among six small dishes or pour it into prepared lemon halves, without filling them to the top. Refrigerate for at least two hours, until completely chilled and firm. Blueberries or a mint leaf can provide the final garnish.