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Lemon and Yogurt Pudding Cakes

Lemon and Yogurt Pudding Cakes

30 min Prep Time

30 min Cook Time

1 hour Total Time

4 Servings

322 Calories

54 g Carbohydrates

9 g Total Fat

8 g
Ingredients

For Ramekins:

  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for coating)

For Batter:

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt (room temperature)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided)
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • Zest of 1 lemon, finely chopped
  • 5 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
  1. Prep:
    • Preheat oven to 350° F
    • Coat 4 (8-ounce) ramekins with cooking spray and sugar
  2. Egg Whites:
    • Whip egg whites until foamy
    • Gradually add ¼ cup sugar; whip to soft peaks
  3. Batter:
    • Whisk remaining ½ cup sugar with flour and salt
    • Mix in butter and egg yolks until smooth
    • Stir in lemon zest, juice and yogurt
  4. Combine:
    • Fold ⅓ of meringue into batter to lighten
    • Gently fold in remaining meringue
  5. Bake:
    • Divide batter among ramekins
    • Place in baking pan with ½-inch hot water bath
    • Bake 24-28 minutes until puffed and golden
  6. Serve:
    • Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar
    • Top with berries if desired

Notes/Additions

  • High Altitude: Bake at 375° F for 20 minutes
  • Make Ahead: Can be refrigerated up to 2 days
  • Serving Tip: The cakes will naturally deflate as they cool
  • Substitution: Regular yogurt can replace Greek yogurt
NUTRITION FACTS

PER SERVING

Calories: 322
Protein: 8 g
Carbohydrate: 54 g
Fiber: 2 g
Total Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Cholesterol: 141 mg
Calcium: 33% DV
Sodium: 170 mg

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