“My family ran a bed and breakfast in Massachusetts and this was something we served in the evening to our guests.”

This Lemon Syllabub is a classic, effortlessly elegant dessert that’s perfect for a light finish to any meal. Combining whipped cream with zesty lemon and a touch of sweetness, it creates a delightfully airy and tangy mousse-like texture that is both simple and sophisticated.

Lemon Syllabub

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons apple cider (or other acidic liquid as per ingredients), the zest and juice from 1 large lemon, and the 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
2. Whip to Stiff Peaks: Using an electric mixer (or a whisk and a lot of elbow grease), whip the mixture until it becomes thickened and forms stiff peaks. Be careful not to over-whip, which can turn it grainy.
3. Chill: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld and the syllabub to set properly.
4. Serve: After it has been sufficiently cooled, portion out the Lemon Syllabub into individual serving glasses or dishes, and serve chilled.

Enjoy this refreshingly simple and delightful dessert!