Meyer Lemon Custard Cakes

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Meyer Lemon Custard Cakes
45 min.
8
188kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of desserts with these Meyer Lemon Custard Cakes, a treat that artistically marries the tangy brightness of Meyer lemons with the delicate creaminess of custard. Perfectly vegetarian, these cakes are not just a feast for the palate but an eye-catching centerpiece for any dessert table. Their soufflé-like texture and golden tops will impress your guests while filling your kitchen with a heavenly aroma as they bake.

With a surprisingly quick prep time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch to satisfy your sweet tooth or impress at any gathering. Each serving is a light and refreshing 188 calories, making these delightful pastries a guilt-free indulgence. The rich combination of crème fraîche and well-whipped egg whites creates a cloud-like cake that melts in your mouth, beautifully complemented by the bright characteristics of Meyer lemons. Whether savored on their own or enhanced with a dollop of whipped crème fraîche, these custard cakes are sure to leave a lasting impression and tantalize your taste buds.

So gather your ingredients and let's embark on a baking adventure that celebrates the lovely Meyer lemon, turning simple components into a gourmet experience, all from the comfort of your kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • ounce crème fraîche chilled
  • large eggs separated
  • 0.3 cup meyer lemon juice fresh
  • tablespoons lemon zest finely grated
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar divided
  • 1.3 cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • ramekin
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter eight 3/4-cupramekins or custard cups.
  2. Whisk 1/2 cupplus 2 tablespoons sugar, flour, and pinchof salt in medium bowl to blend.
  3. Combinemilk, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lemon peelin large bowl; whisk until blended.
  4. Addflour mixture to yolk mixture and whiskcustard until blended. Using electric mixer,beat egg whites in another large bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining1/4 cup sugar to whites and beat until stiffbut not dry. Fold 1/4 of whites into custard.Fold remaining whites into custard in 2additions (custard will be slightly runny).
  5. Divide custard equally among preparedramekins.
  6. Place ramekins in large roastingpan.
  7. Pour enough hot water into pan tocome halfway up sides of ramekins.
  8. Bakecustard cakes until golden brown andset on top (custard cakes will be slightlysoft in center), about 27 minutes. Chillcustard cakes uncovered until cold, at least4 hours, then cover and keep refrigerated.DO AHEAD: Custard cakes can be made1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  9. Using electric mixer, beat crème fraîchein medium bowl until softly whipped.
  10. Run small knife around each custardcake to loosen. Invert each cake ontoplate.
  11. Place dollop of crème fraîche atop oralongside cakes and serve.
  12. * Sold at some supermarkets and atspecialty foods stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories188kcal
Protein8.44%
Fat37.79%
Carbs53.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.07
Glycemic Load
16.03
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.4043478291968%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.29mg
Hesperetin
2.5mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:188.12kcal
9.41%
Fat:8.12g
12.5%
Saturated Fat:4.02g
25.14%
Carbohydrates:26g
8.67%
Net Carbohydrates:25.76g
9.37%
Sugar:22.04g
24.49%
Cholesterol:68.11mg
22.7%
Sodium:47.28mg
2.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.08g
8.16%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.94%
Selenium:7.12µg
10.17%
Phosphorus:92.99mg
9.3%
Calcium:88mg
8.8%
Vitamin C:6.15mg
7.45%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.51%
Vitamin A:311.42IU
6.23%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.76%
Vitamin D:0.7µg
4.65%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.54%
Folate:17.16µg
4.29%
Potassium:133.82mg
3.82%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.35%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.05%
Magnesium:10.98mg
2.75%
Iron:0.46mg
2.55%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.9%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.88%
Vitamin B3:0.32mg
1.61%
Copper:0.02mg
1.22%
Source:Epicurious