Lemon Dandelion Dessert Shells
A creamy dandelion dessert, made with only four ingredients, poured into hollowed lemon shells, sweetened with honey and scented with fresh dandelion petals. Gluten-free, sugar-free, no baking required, and ready to charm anyone you put it in front of.
EQUIPMENT
- a blender
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INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it reduces by about 10%. For a deeper colour, add a pinch of turmeric. Do not skip the reduction or the dessert will not set properly.
- Separate the dandelion petals from the green parts while the cream reduces. Discard all green parts to avoid bitterness.
- Halve the lemons lengthwise, squeeze and reserve about 30 ml of juice, then scoop out the pulp with a small teaspoon to create clean shells. Place on a tray and stabilise with jar lids or a muffin tin.
- Stir the lemon zest, honey and reserved lemon juice into the reduced cream. Leave for ten minutes to infuse, then pour the warm mixture into a blender.
- Add the dandelion petals and blend until only small flecks remain and the cream turns yellow. Blend while still warm.
- Pour the mixture into the lemon shells, filling almost to the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight until fully set. Enjoy!
NOTES
Choose organic lemons that feel heavy and slightly soft. Ripe lemons scoop out more easily and have sweeter juice.
A pinch of turmeric gives the cream a more vibrant yellow without affecting the flavor.
Taste the cream after adding honey and adjust to your preference.
Save the scooped pulp for lemon curd, lemon cookies, or other lemon desserts.
Works beautifully with oranges instead of lemons. The dandelion and orange combination is absolutely worth trying.
Storage - best eaten fresh, but to store for longer, cover the shells with cling film and refrigerate for up to two days. Not suitable for freezing.
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NUTRITION
Serving: 2 shells | Calories: 457kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 302mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 1989IU | Vitamin C: 65mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 1mg