Mango Possets- Secret Recipe Club challenge

This is my assignment with the Secret Recipe Club. The aim of the club is that you are allocated a blog from which you have to select a recipe and try  it and blog about it.
My assigned blog was Lavender and Lime, this blog is run by Tandy Sinclair. The site has many delicious recipes. I enjoyed looking through the collection for my search for a vegetarian recipe, Finally my sweet tooth caved in and I chose her  Orange and cinnamon Posset. I was intrigued by how the cream was going to set without gelatine. I halved the measurements to make 4 portions  and also replaced the Orange with a ripe mango.

What is a Posset?

A posset is a creamy, custard-like dessert that originated in Britain. Historically, a posset was a hot drink made of milk curdled with wine or ale, often spiced, and used as a remedy for colds. Over time, the modern posset evolved into a chilled dessert made primarily with cream, sugar, and a flavouring agent such as lemon.

Origins and Evolution:

Historical Posset: In medieval times, posset was a warm drink made from milk curdled with wine or ale and was sometimes used as a medicinal remedy. It was often flavoured with spices like nutmeg and cinnamon.

Modern Posset: The contemporary version of posset is a cold set dessert, usually thickened with citrus juice. It became popular in the 16th century as a dessert and is now made by curdling cream with lemon juice and sugar, resulting in a smooth and creamy texture.

What flavour combinations can you make?

• Lemon Posset: The classic version made with lemon juice, which curdles the cream and balances the sweetness of the sugar with its tartness.
• Orange Posset: Uses orange juice and sometimes zest for a slightly sweeter and milder citrus flavour compared to lemon.
• Mango Posset: Incorporates pureed mango for a tropical twist, adding both sweetness and a unique flavour profile to the creamy dessert.
• Lime Posset: Similar to lemon posset but with a sharper, tangier flavour.
• Berry Posset: Made with pureed berries such as raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries, giving the dessert a fruity and vibrant colour.
• Passion Fruit Posset: Uses passion fruit pulp for a tart and exotic flavour.
• Grapefruit Posset: For a slightly bitter and aromatic citrus variation

Have you had possets before which is your favourite flavour? Do share in the comments below.

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