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This One‑Bowl Lemon Dessert: Paul Hollywood’s Favorite

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This One-Bowl Lemon Dessert, a favorite of Paul Hollywood, is a zesty and moist lemon pudding cake that creates its own sauce as it bakes. Light, tangy, and made with simple ingredients in one bowl, it’s the perfect quick and easy treat for lemon lovers.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2–3 lemons)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish or individual ramekins.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  5. Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt over the mixture and stir until just combined.
  6. Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth. The batter will be thin.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared dish or ramekins.
  8. Place the baking dish or ramekins in a larger pan and add hot water to the outer pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the baking dish (creating a water bath).
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is just set. It will have a cake-like top with a pudding-like layer underneath.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Notes

  • This dessert is best served warm to enjoy the contrast of the cake and pudding layers.
  • You can refrigerate leftovers and reheat gently in the microwave.
  • Try adding a handful of fresh raspberries for a twist.

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