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    Home » Sweet Treats » Homemade Lemon Pudding

    February 14, 2022

    Homemade Lemon Pudding

    Homemade Lemon pudding is the perfect dessert when you are in a hurry. Made with just three ingredients in a blender (no cooking necessary), you'll have a refreshing dessert in no time.

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    homemade lemon pudding in a dessert cup with whipped cream, lemon zest and mint leaves decorating.
    Homemade lemon pudding

    I think this is one of the first desserts that most Brazilians learn how to make, and no wonder why - It's super easy, delicious, and virtually impossible to mess up.

    Some people call this recipe "magic lemon pudding" because when you combine lemon juice and sweetened condensed milk, it thickens a lot right away, just like magic.

    It's so interesting to see the effect that acidity has on milk! This recipe is made without cornstarch or eggs. The lemon juice and the blender will take care of the consistency.

    homemade lemon pudding in cups topped with whipped cream, lemon zest and mint leaves.
    Instant lemon pudding from scratch

    Ingredients

    This homemade lemon pudding asks for simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry and fridge.

    • Sweetened Condensed Milk - This is not evaporated milk. Sweetened condensed milk is a lot thicker and sweetened.
    • Heavy Cream - Don't try to use half and half because the pudding will turn out runny. But you can use table cream if it's available where you live.
    • Lemon Juice - Fresh lemon juice is preferred.

    spoon full of lemon pudding
    magic lemon pudding

    How to make homemade lemon pudding

    Making lemon pudding from scratch couldn't be easier than this. Thanks to the acidity of the lemons, the cream gets the perfect pudding consistency without needing any cornstarch, eggs, or gelatin.

    • adding sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream and lemon juice to the blender cup.
      Add condensed milk, cream, and lemon juice into the blender.
    • Blending ingredients.
      Blend them for about 2 minutes.
    • distributing lemon pudding among the cups
      Distribute mixture among cups and refrigerate.
    • lemon pudding decorated with whipped cream, lemon zest, and mint leaves.
      Decorate to your liking.

    What to do with lemon pudding?

    Besides being amazing by itself, you can also use it in other desserts, like:

    • Cake filling/frosting
    • Pie filling
    • Parfaits
    • Fruits
    • Tarts
    • Layerd desserts
    • Bars
    • Trifles

    It's so good that your imagination is the limit!

    lemon pudding in cups with two spoons in front of them.
    Lemon pudding dessert

    FAQ

    Why is it runny?

    This lemon pudding dessert needs two things to work - acidity and refrigeration.
    If you use too little lemon juice or a mixture of lemon juice and water, it won't reach the pH to thicken the pudding. Also, the heat of the working blender makes it runnier. So make sure to refrigerate it for at least two hours to set.

    Is the blender necessary?

    It depends on the result you're looking for. If you want it very smooth, you could use a whisk. But if you want it aerated, you'll need a blender to incorporate more air in it.

    Is lemon curd the same as lemon pudding?

    No, lemon curd and lemon pudding are two different things.
    Lemon curd has a base of egg yolks and butter, whereas this lemon pudding uses sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream.

    How is it possible to make lemon pudding without eggs and cornstarch?

    This recipe is different than the regular pudding recipe. It gets its consistency because the acidity from the lemon juice reacts with the proteins from the milk, curdling and thickening the pudding, just like we see in yogurts and buttermilk.
    You can understand the scientific part of this process by reading this article that explains how lemon thickens condensed milk.

    lemon pudding made from scratch served in glass cups, topped with whipped cream, lemon zest, and mint leaves.
    lemon pudding from scratch

    If you have tons of lemons and you're looking for ways to use them, my Strawberry Pink Lemonade is a great recipe for you! The Brazilian lemonade is also amazing! You can just sub the limes for lemons.😉

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    lemon pudding made from scratch in glass cup, topped with whipped cream, lemon zest, and mint leaf.
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    Homemade Lemon Pudding

    Homemade Lemon pudding is delicious and so simple to make! Just three ingredients in a blender (no cooking necessary), and your refreshing dessert will be ready in no time.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Refrigeration1 hr 55 mins
    Total Time2 hrs
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Brazilian
    Keyword: lemon, pudding
    Servings: 5
    Calories: 400kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 14 fl oz sweetened condensed milk (395g)
    • 6.5 fl oz heavy cream (200ml)
    • 4 fl oz lemon juice (120ml)
    • lemon zest (optional, for decoration)

    Instructions

    • Add sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and lemon juice into the blender. Blend them for about 2 minutes, stopping to scrape the sides of the cup.
    • Distribute mixture evenly among cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Decorate it to your liking.

    Notes

    In my photos, the lemon pudding is decorated with lemon zest, whipped cream, and mint leaf.
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    Nutrition Estimate:

    Calories: 400kcal

    All nutritional information above is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Nutritional content may vary according to brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, substitutions, optional ingredients, etc. Simple Living Recipes is not responsible for any miscalculation or misinformation in the nutrition label.

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