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Lemon Syllabub

Posted on July 31, 2025
Here’s a classic British dessert that’s light, tangy, and elegant: Lemon Syllabub. This creamy treat dates back centuries and still delights with its refreshing citrusy flavor — perfect after a rich meal or served in pretty glasses for guests.


🍋✨ Lemon Syllabub

Ingredients (Serves 4):

  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream (double cream)

  • ¼ cup (60 ml) sweet white wine, like Moscato or sherry

  • 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • ¼ cup (50 g) sugar

  • Optional: shortbread cookies or berries for serving


🔧 Instructions:

  1. Flavor the Cream:
    In a bowl, combine the sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and wine. Let sit for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar and infuse flavor.

  2. Whip the Cream:
    Add the heavy cream to the mixture and whip until it forms soft to medium peaks.
    (You can use a hand mixer or whisk by hand.)

  3. Chill and Set:
    Spoon the mixture into small dessert glasses or ramekins.
    Chill for 1–2 hours to let it firm up slightly and develop flavor.

  4. Serve:
    Garnish with a little extra lemon zest, berries, or a shortbread cookie on the side.


✅ Tips & Variations:

  • For a kid-friendly version, replace wine with a splash of vanilla and extra lemon juice.

  • Fold in crushed meringue or serve over pound cake for texture.

  • Use orange or lime zest for a citrus twist.

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