Sweet nectarine possets with nectarine fresh whipped cream

The Citizen

a day ago

Nectarine Possets are a clever twist on the traditional posset, a classic British dessert known for its smooth, custard-like texture created by the simple reaction between cream and acid – usually lemon juice. But Juicy Delicious has given this old favourite a fresh update by presenting it in the very fruit that inspired it. Each posset is delicately set in a hollowed-out nectarine half, creating a striking visual contrast between the pale, creamy filling and the vibrant orange-pink of the fruit's skin.
Ingredients 5 large nectarines – cut in half cream
lemon
180 ml fresh whipping cream
75 grams castor sugar
1 whole lemon – to squeeze onto the cut peaches
4 Tbsp / 60mls freshly squeezed lemon juice for the mixture
3 Tbsp nectarine puree, see instructions below
10ml cinnamon sugar
Method Slice your nectarines in half longways and carefully removing the pits. Then using a teaspoon carve out the inside of the nectarine, don't go too close to the skin as you don't want to break the outer layer. Once you have done this to all the nectarines, squeeze a whole lemon over the cut surfaces, to stop them from going brown. Place all the nectarine flesh into a blender or Nutribullet and blend until smooth. Beat the cream until soft peaks form. Add the castor sugar and beat in. Add the nectarine puree and mix through. Add the lemon juice. Spoon the cream mixture into the prepared nectarine halves. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar just before serving.
TIP: You can replace the cream with plain cream cheese or mascarpone for an even more indulgent version.