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Lemon lavender dessert in a white bowl on a white plate, garnished with lemon wedge and lavender.

Lemon-Lavender Pots de Crème

Bree Hester
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling + Chilling Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Course desserts
Cuisine French Inspired
Servings 6 servings
Calories 399 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 unwaxed lemon rind and juice, plus 6 thin wedges for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon dried, food-grade lavender plus extra for garnish
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan gently bring the cream, lemon rind, and dried lavender to a simmer. Cook gently for 5 minutes.
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  • Take the cream off of the heat and let it cool slightly for 10 minutes.
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  • Preheat the oven to 350℉ and bring a kettle of water to the boil.
  • Beat the egg yolks in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add in the sugar, salt, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the reserved cream mixture through a sieve. Pour 1/4 cup of the sieved cream into the egg mixture. Slowly add the rest of the cream while whisking.
  • Whisk in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Transfer the mixture into a large measuring cup.
  • Place 6 ramekins or soufflé cups in a large roasting pan. Pour the mixture into the ramekins and pour boiling water halfway up the sides. Cover the pan with foil and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
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  • Remove the ramekins from the pan and let cool for 30 minutes. Cover them and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
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  • Once chilled, garnish the pots de crème with some additional dried lavender and a lemon wedge.
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Nutrition

Calories: 399kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 5gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 79mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Lemon Lavender Pots de Creme
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