Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 tbsp butter
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 None lemons, zested and juiced
  • 4 None eggs, separated
  • 1/4 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • None None powdered sugar, for dusting
  • None None vanilla sauce, to serve
  • None None lemon zest curls, to serve (optional)

Method

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Lightly grease 4 ramekins (8 oz).
  • Cream butter, 1/2 the sugar and lemon zest until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and flour. Gradually beat in lemon juice and milk until well combined. Whip egg whites to soft peaks then gradually add remaining sugar and whip until mixture is thick and glossy. Gently fold through lemon mixture. Distribute between prepared ramekins.
  • Transfer ramekins to a deep roasting pan. Fill pan with boiling water until it comes halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 30-35 mins, until firm and golden. Dust with powdered sugar. Serve with vanilla sauce. Garnish with lemon zest, if desired.