Sticky Lemon Pudding
Ingredients
Pudding:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup plant-based milk almond, soy, or oat
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Sticky Lemon Glaze:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
Prepare the Pudding:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or similar-sized ovenproof dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the applesauce, plant-based milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake:
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden.
Make the Sticky Lemon Glaze:
- While the pudding bakes, prepare the glaze.
- In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, lemon juice, water, and lemon zest.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
Glaze the Pudding:
- When the pudding is done, remove it from the oven.
- Immediately poke holes all over the top with a skewer or fork.
- Pour the hot lemon glaze evenly over the pudding, allowing it to soak in and create a sticky, glossy top.
Serve:
- Let the pudding cool for a few minutes before serving. It’s delicious warm, but can also be served at room temperature.
- Enjoy it on its own or with a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream!
Notes
- Applesauce: Acts as a natural egg replacer, providing moisture and binding.
- Coconut Oil: Adds richness. You can substitute with another vegetable oil if preferred.
- Lemon Flavor: Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to suit your taste. For an extra zing, add a bit more zest to the glaze.