Here’s a classic Lemon Delicious Pudding (also called lemon self-saucing pudding)—light, fluffy on top with a tangy lemon sauce underneath 🍋
Lemon Delicious Pudding
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar or cream (to serve)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish or 4–6 ramekins.
2. Make the batter
- Cream sugar, butter, and lemon zest until pale.
- Beat in egg yolks, then lemon juice.
- Stir in flour and salt.
- Gradually mix in milk until smooth.
3. Whip egg whites
- Beat egg whites to soft peaks.
- Gently fold into lemon mixture (don’t overmix).
4. Bake
- Pour mixture into prepared dish.
- Place dish in a roasting pan and pour hot water halfway up the sides (water bath).
- Bake 35–40 minutes, until top is set and lightly golden.
5. Serve
- Dust with powdered sugar.
- Serve warm with cream, custard, or ice cream.
Why It Works
- The batter separates while baking:
- Light sponge on top
- Warm lemon sauce underneath
Tips
- Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor.
- Don’t skip the water bath—it ensures a creamy sauce.
- Best eaten warm, but leftovers reheat well.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
- A microwave version
- A gluten-free version
- A lemon-lime twist
- A dairy-free version
Just tell me 🍋
