👩🍳 Serve it warm with a dusting of icing sugar or chilled with fresh berries, and you’ve got a showstopper dessert. It’s light enough to enjoy after a hearty meal, but satisfying enough to stand as the star of the table. The brightness of the lemon cuts through sweetness, leaving you refreshed rather than overwhelmed. This cake carries nostalgia too—it reminds many of classic British puddings, yet it feels modern enough to delight today’s dessert lovers. There’s something timeless about the combination of lemon, sugar, and butter. It’s comfort food and elegance rolled into one. Best of all, it’s versatile. You can dress it up for a celebration with whipped cream and candied lemon slices, or keep it casual with nothing more than a spoon and a smile.🌞
⏱ Quick Overview
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Total Time: 50–55 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Light, fluffy, and bursting with zesty lemon flavour! This homemade dessert is perfect for any occasion. 🥰
📅 Nutrition Per Serving (entire recipe, 6 servings)
Calories: 310 kcal
Protein: 6 g
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Sugar: 22 g
Fibre: 1 g
Sodium: 120 mg
Cholesterol: 55 mg
Vitamin C: 8% DV
🌞 This isn’t just breakfast — it’s your new ritual ☕
👨🍳 How to Make It (Step-by-step)
✔️ Step 1: Prepare the pudding base
Whisk egg, sugar, starch, lemon juice, zest, vanilla, and milk over medium heat until thickened.
💡 Tip: Constant stirring prevents lumps and ensures a silky pudding texture.
✔️ Step 2: Add the butter
Remove pudding from heat and stir in butter until glossy. Set aside to cool.
💡 Secret: Cover with cling film directly on the surface to prevent a skin forming.
✔️ Step 3: Preheat the oven
Set oven to 170–180°C (340°F) while preparing the cake.
💡 Tip: A fully preheated oven guarantees even rise and prevents soggy texture.
✔️ Step 4: Beat the eggs and sugar
Whisk eggs with sugar until pale, light, and fluffy.
💡 Tip: Room-temperature eggs trap more air, making the sponge lighter.
✔️ Step 5: Add flavour and creaminess
Mix in vanilla, sour cream, oil, and lemon juice for moisture and flavour.
💡 Tip: Don’t overmix—gentle folding keeps the batter airy.
✔️ Step 6: Incorporate the dry ingredients
Sift flour and baking powder, then fold into the wet mixture.
💡 Secret: Sifting removes lumps and ensures even texture.
✔️ Step 7: Prepare the baking dish
Line with parchment and lightly grease.
💡 Tip: Leave extra paper hanging over edges for easy lifting after baking.
