Ingredients
Ingredients (Serves 4)
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- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
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- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream)
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- ½ cup granulated sugar
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- ¼ cup cornstarch
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- 2 large eggs (or 2 tbsp cornstarch for egg-free)
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- 2 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
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- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
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- 1 tsp vanilla extract
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- **Pinch of salt
Optional Garnishes:
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- Fresh berries
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- Whipped cream
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- Lemon slices
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- Mint leaves
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven & Prepare Bakeware
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease four individual ramekins or a medium-sized baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients
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In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
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Gradually add the milk, cream, and eggs to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
4. Cook the Mixture
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5–7 minutes.
5. Add Lemon Flavor
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Remove the saucepan from the heat, and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
6. Transfer to Bakeware
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Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared ramekins or baking dish.
7. Bake
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Place the ramekins or dish in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes or until the top is lightly golden and the pudding has set with a custard-like consistency underneath.
8. Chill & Serve
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Allow the pudding to cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes before transferring to the refrigerator.
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Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to develop and the pudding to set.
9. Serve & Enjoy
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Garnish with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprig of mint for an added touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes