SUNSHINE CITRUS CREAM CUPS
(Collagen-Rich / Gluten Free / Soy-Free / Grain-Free)
This Shouldn’t Work… But It Does!
There’s something almost surprising about this dessert.
You take a few simple ingredients—cream, citrus juice, a little sweetness—and somehow end up with a smooth, custard-like texture that feels like it should have taken far more effort. No baking. No eggs. No gelatin. Just a natural reaction that creates something rich, silky, and incredibly satisfying.
If you’ve never had a citrus posset before, think of it as a cross between a pudding and a panna cotta—but brighter, lighter, and much easier to make. The citrus brings just enough acidity to balance the richness of the cream, giving you that perfect sweet-meets-tangy bite.
For this version, we’re adding a simple upgrade: MariGold Collagen Peptides. It blends right in without affecting the texture, making it an easy way to add a little extra support for skin, joints, and overall wellness—without turning dessert into “health food.”
Serve it chilled for that cool, refreshing finish, and if you want to take it one step further, a quick torch on top adds a thin, caramelized layer that cracks ever so slightly with each spoonful.
A special thanks to Ava Uppal (@avauppal) for creating this recipe! She’s a cookbook author, and a TV lifestyle contributor based in DC. Be sure to check out her Instagram where she features creative ideas and recipes that make healthy living both delicious and inspiring!
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ cup sugar (+ extra for topping)
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 2 scoops MariGold Collagen Peptides
DIRECTIONS
- Heat heavy cream + sugar until it just starts to boil. Let it gently bubble for ~2 minutes while stirring.
- Remove from heat. Stir in lemon + orange juice, then whisk in collagen powder.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then pour into citrus shells or cups. Refrigerate 3–4 hours until set.
- Sprinkle a thin layer of sugar on top and torch lightly. Serve immediately
MariGold ingredients used in this recipe:
MariGold’s Type I & III Bovine Collagen rejuvenates your body from within. Our Collagen Peptides support strong hair & nails and restores moisture & smoothness to your skin. It also restores ease of movement by replenishing joints and connective tissue, including cartilage and tendons. Even improves gut & immune function.*
Our collagen peptides have a clean, neutral flavor and dissolve instantly when stirred into hot or cold beverages. Sourced from grass-fed, pasture-raised cattle in Brazil, it is completely free of dairy, gluten, soy, GMO’s and hormones.




