Creamy Lemon Pudding 

Creamy Lemon Pudding 🍋

This luscious, tangy-sweet pudding is like sunshine in a bowl! Made with fresh lemon for a bright, velvety dessert.

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• ¼ cup cornstarch

• ¼ tsp salt

• 2½ cups whole milk (or half-and-half for extra richness)

• 3 egg yolks, beaten

• ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)

• 1 tbsp lemon zest

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• (Optional) Whipped cream & berries for serving

Instructions:

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a saucepan, whisk sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

2. Add wet ingredients: Gradually whisk in milk, then egg yolks.

3. Cook: Over medium heat, stir constantly until thick and bubbling (about 8-10 mins).

4. Finish: Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice, zest, butter, and vanilla.

5. Chill: Pour into bowls, press plastic wrap on the surface (to prevent skin), and refrigerate 2+ hours.

6. Serve with whipped cream & a lemon twist!

Variations:

• Lemon Meringue: Top with toasted meringue.

• Lighter: Use almond milk + reduce sugar.

• Lemon Curd Pudding: Layer with crushed shortbread.

Bright, creamy, and so refreshing—perfect for spring or summer! Let me know if you’d like a microwave version. 😊✨