Description
This comforting Lemon Pudding recipe, inspired by Jamie Oliver’s love of homey desserts, combines tangy citrus and fluffy sponge in a single pot. It’s designed to create its own sweet lemon sauce as it bakes—true self-saucing magic! Perfect for cozy evenings or weekend treats.
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Ingredients
For the Pudding Batter:
1 cup (125 g) all‑purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
Zest of 2 lemons
1 large egg
½ cup (120 ml) milk
3 tbsp melted butter (or vegetable oil)
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Sauce:
1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
Juice of 2 lemons (about ¼ cup or 60 ml)
2 tbsp cornstarch (optional for a thicker sauce)
For Serving (Optional):
Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
A light dusting of powdered sugar
Extra lemon zest
Instructions
Step 1: Prep & Preheat
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Preheat your oven to 350 °F (175 °C).
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Lightly grease your baking dish with butter or non‑stick spray.
Step 2: Make the Batter
3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and lemon zest.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the egg, milk, melted butter (or oil), and vanilla.
5. Pour wet ingredients into dry, whisk gently until smooth—don’t overmix.
Step 3: Bake the Batter
6. Pour the batter into your greased baking dish.
7. Bake for 10 minutes to set the sponge lightly—this helps the self-saucing process.
Step 4: Add the Sauce
8. Meanwhile, in a bowl combine sugar and cornstarch (if using).
9. Add boiling water and lemon juice, stir until sugar dissolves.
10. Carefully pour the hot sauce evenly over the partially baked sponge.
Step 5: Bake Again
11. Return the dish to the oven and bake another 20–25 minutes, until the sponge is golden and a sauce pools underneath.
Step 6: Serve Warm
12. Let it cool for 5–10 minutes—this helps the sauce settle.
13. Scoop into bowls and serve with ice cream or cream, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with lemon zest for a bright finish.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for the best citrus flavor; bottled juice lacks vibrancy.
Pre‑baking the sponge allows the sauce to form beneath—it really works!
Want thicker sauce? Mix cornstarch with a bit of cold water before adding to sauce mix.
Reheat leftovers by microwaving gently—top with extra sauce or cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Cuisine: British‑inspired comfort