LEMONY BAKED PUDDING

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Looking for a light and lemony delicate delight of a dessert? Aida Von Babbel of Coquitlam, British Columbia recommends this old-fashioned family favorite. "It is cake-like on top with a custard texture on the bottom," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2/3 cup sugar, divided
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, separated
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine 1/3 cup sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat egg yolks; add milk, lemon juice, butter and lemon zest. Gradually add to the dry ingredients and mix well. , Beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add remaining sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Fold into lemon mixture. , Pour into a lightly greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Place in a large baking pan. Add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm or chilled. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.