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Lemon Pudding Recipe with Fresh Lemons

Lemon Pudding Recipe with Fresh Lemons for Your Sweet Cravings

This Lemon Pudding Recipe with Fresh Lemons is a light, creamy dessert that satisfies your sweet cravings with a tangy twist.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the pudding, balancing tartness
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Acts as a thickening agent
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Provides richness
  • 4 large Egg Yolks Essential for structure and richness
  • 1/8 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors
  • 2 large Fresh Lemons Provides vibrant zing
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Contributes creaminess
For Serving
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream A light topping
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries Add fruity contrast

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • fine mesh sieve
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine granulated sugar and cornstarch in a large saucepan.
  2. Pour in cold whole milk and add the beaten egg yolks; whisk to combine.
  3. Stir in salt and lemon zest.
  4. Cook mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat; add fresh lemon juice and butter, stirring until smooth.
  6. Pour pudding through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to ensure smoothness.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 220mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use only fresh lemons and strain the pudding for a smooth texture.

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