Introduction:
This luscious lemon pudding cake is a delightful dessert combining the tangy brightness of lemons with a velvety, creamy texture. It’s baked to perfection, creating a light, cake-like top with a rich, custard-like pudding layer underneath. Perfect for lemon lovers, this treat is simple yet elegant enough for any occasion.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs (separated)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
For Topping (optional):
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish or several ramekins if making individual servings.
- Prepare Batter:
- In a bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks. Stir in the melted butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Gradually mix in the milk.
- Slowly combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
- Beat Egg Whites:
- In another clean bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter. The mixture should be light and airy.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or divide it among ramekins.
- Place the dish/ramekins in a larger baking pan. Add hot water to the pan until it comes halfway up the sides of the dish/ramekins (water bath method).
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set. The cake will have a fluffy top with a creamy pudding layer beneath.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Enjoy warm or chilled, paired with whipped cream or ice cream.
This Creamy Lemon Pudding Cake is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, offering a luxurious dessert experience in every bite! 🍋✨
