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Lemon Pudding Cake

Lemon Pudding Cake

LeAnn
Lemon pudding cake is the perfect dessert for lemon lovers. Light, tangy, and easy to make!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Equipment

  • 1 8 x 8 glass baking dish
  • 1 9 x 13 pan for water bath

Ingredients
  

  • 4 eggs, separated, room temperature
  • 5 tbsp butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup fresh squeezed and strained lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup milk, room temperature
  • Zest of 2 lemons (I highly recommend Meyer lemons if you can find them)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting the top

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Line 8 x 8 glass baking dish with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  • In mixing bowl with whisk attachment, whisk the egg whites until medium peaks form.  Transfer to clean bowl and set aside.
  • Using the paddle attachment, beat together cooled butter, sugar and flour in same bowl you beat the egg whites in.  No need to clean it out.
  • Add the egg yolks one at a time and mix in.  Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and milk.  Scrape sides as needed.
  • Fold in the egg whites with a spatula.  Batter will be a little lumpy.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan and place in a larger 9 x 13 pan with 1/4" hot water.  Bake for 35-40 minutes or until top is golden brown and the middle is still slightly jiggly.  Remove to wire rack to cool.
  • Let the cake cool for 10-15 minutes and then dust with powdered sugar.  Serve warm or chilled. Great served with berries, whipped cream or ice cream!
  • Notes: * Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.  I highly recommend using Meyer lemons if you can find them but plain lemons work as well. *Fold the egg whites in gently to keep the cake light and fluffy. *Don't overbake - the center should still jiggle slightly. *Stor covered in the fridge up to 3 days. *Reheat individual portions in the microwave. *This cake tastes even better the next day!
Keyword Lemon Pudding Cake, Lemon Cake, Pudding Cake, Cakes, Desserts
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