Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Creamy chai posset

Creamy chai posset

A silky, no-bake dessert infused with bold chai spices and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, this creamy chai posset is the perfect make-ahead treat for cozy evenings or elegant gatherings.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 chai tea bags or 2 tsp loose leaf chai
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 3–4 black peppercorns
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Get your serving ramekins or jars ready and set them on a tray.
  2. In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, sugar, chai tea, cinnamon stick, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and peppercorns. Stir gently.
  3. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and steep for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, strain the cream through a fine sieve, and discard solids.
  5. Return cream to stove, simmer 2 more minutes, then stir in lemon juice and vanilla.
  6. Cool mixture for 10 minutes, pour into ramekins, and let sit at room temp for 30 minutes.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.
  8. Serve chilled with garnish of your choice.

Notes

  • Use only full-fat cream to ensure proper setting.
  • Adjust the chai spice intensity by steeping longer if desired.
  • Serve with a biscuit or cookie for added texture contrast.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ramekin
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: chai posset, creamy dessert, chai spice dessert, easy posset recipe, no bake dessert