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Chocolate Orange Posset

Chocolate Orange Posset: Whip Up This Easy 4-Ingredient Treat

Indulge in a Chocolate Orange Posset, a simple and creamy dessert perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Posset Base
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Substitution: Coconut sugar can be a lower-glycemic alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Zest Ensure fresh for the best flavor.
  • 2⅓ cups Heavy Whipping Cream Must be at least 36% milk fat; avoid light creams for best results.
  • ½ cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Alternative: Lemon, lime, or grapefruit juice can be used for different flavor profiles.
For the Ganache Topping
  • 6 ounces Semi-Sweet Chocolate Use 60-70% cacao for optimal flavor balance.
  • 3 ounces Additional Heavy Whipping Cream Use the same fat content for best results.

Equipment

  • Ramekins or cups
  • saucepan
  • microwave
  • Bowls

Method
 

How to Make Chocolate Orange Posset
  1. Prepare 8 small ramekins or cups by placing them on a sheet pan for easy transport.
  2. Rub together ¾ cup of granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of orange zest in a bowl until fragrant.
  3. Combine 2⅓ cups of heavy cream with the orange sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Juice enough oranges to yield ½ cup of juice while the cream is simmering.
  5. Strain the simmered cream into a bowl to remove the zest, then add the strained orange juice and stir well. Let the mixture sit for 20 minutes.
  6. Spoon the mixture into ramekins and chill uncovered in the fridge for at least 1 hour, then cover and chill for an additional 3-4 hours.
  7. Make the ganache by heating semi-sweet chocolate and 3 oz of heavy cream in a bowl in the microwave in 30-second bursts until smooth.
  8. Top each chilled posset with a tablespoon of chocolate ganache and return them to the fridge to set.
  9. Store the possets covered in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh orange zest for added flavor and color. Exact quantities are listed in the recipe card below.

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