18 Mar 2025
Cook time 35 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
4 eggs
2 tbsp lemon zest
3 cups lemon juice
1.50 cups milk (1% fat)
1 cup self-raising flour
1 cup sugar
Lemon Delicious Pudding is a zesty and delightful dessert that perfectly balances tangy and sweet flavors. It's an ideal treat for those who love citrusy desserts. This easy-to-make pudding has a soft, fluffy top with a luscious lemony sauce at the bottom. Let's delve into how to prepare this refreshing dessert!
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Separate the eggs into yolks and whites, placing them in separate bowls.
- Grate the lemon zest to get 2 tablespoons.
- Squeeze fresh lemons to get 3 cups (600g) of lemon juice.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In the bowl with the egg yolks, add the lemon zest, lemon juice, milk, and sugar.
- Use a whisk to combine the mixture until smooth and well-incorporated.
4. Add the Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the self-raising flour to the wet mixture, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
- Ensure the mixture is smooth and all the flour is well incorporated.
5. Beat the Egg Whites:
- Use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the lemon mixture. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites.
6. Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Lightly grease a baking dish or individual ramekins.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish(es).
7. Bake the Pudding:
- Place the baking dish in a larger pan with enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the dish. This creates a water bath that helps the pudding cook evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set.
8. Cool and Serve:
- Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly in the water bath.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. The pudding may be dusted with a little powdered sugar or garnished with a twist of lemon zest, if desired.
Tips:
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. Fresh lemon zest and juice add more vibrancy compared to bottled alternatives.
- Ensure that your egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks; this will give the pudding its airy, souffle-like texture.
- Fold the egg whites gently into the lemon mixture to retain as much air as possible.
- Using a water bath helps to evenly cook the pudding, preventing the bottom from burning while allowing the top to become golden.
There you have it—deliciously zesty Lemon Pudding that's sure to impress your family and friends. Its perfect combination of a light, airy top and a rich lemon sauce is simply irresistible. Enjoy your homemade dessert and bask in the joy it brings!