Extra Saucy Lemon Delicious Pudding

Name: Extra Saucy Lemon Delicious Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Australian
Ingredients: 60g unsalted butter, melted; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 cup white sugar; 1/3 cup all purpose flour; 1 cup full fat milk; 3 large eggs, separated; 1 pinch of salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

A classic, comforting dessert that creates its own silky lemon custard sauce while it bakes.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Australian· August 6, 2026

recipesbynani.com

Prep

15 minutes

Cook

40 minutes

Total

55 minutes

Serves

Lemon Delicious is a wonderful, nostalgic treat that feels like a cozy hug in a bowl. It is famous for its magical ability to separate into a light, airy sponge on top and a rich, tangy lemon custard underneath. It is the perfect way to finish off a hearty family dinner on a chilly evening.

People love this dish because it is naturally light and bright, unlike heavier puddings. My best tip is to make sure you whip those egg whites until they hold stiff peaks, as that is the secret to getting that perfect souffle texture in the sponge layer.

🧺 Ingredients

60g unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup white sugar
1/3 cup all purpose flour
1 cup full fat milk
3 large eggs, separated
1 pinch of salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 180C or 350F and grease a 1.5 liter baking dish or 6 individual ramekins.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, milk, vanilla, and flour until smooth.
3
In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites and salt until they form stiff peaks.
4
Gently fold the egg whites into the lemon mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate them too much.
5
Pour the batter into your prepared dish or ramekins.
6
Place the dish into a larger roasting pan and pour boiling water into the pan until it reaches halfway up the side of the pudding dish.
7
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden and set. The center should still have a slight jiggle.
8
Remove from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to settle.

💡 Tips

This pudding is best served warm straight from the oven. If you have leftovers, store them in the fridge and reheat them gently in the microwave or oven. It tastes delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of fresh cream.

#Dessert #Vegetarian #Comfort Food #Baked

Made this recipe? Let us know how it went.