Orange and Lemon Curd Pots

Citrusy soufflé-style puddings baked in a bain marie, served with orange liqueur cream, candied peel, and fresh mint.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 390.2 kcals 2341.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 32.7 grams 196.2 grams
Fat 25.8 grams 154.5 grams
Protein 6.3 grams 37.8 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
Dairy
60
g
Unsalted Butter
softened, plus extra for greasing
4
piece
Eggs
large, free-range, separated
150
ml
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
zest and juice only
1
piece
Liquids
300
ml
Orange Juice
freshly-squeezed
25
ml
Orange-Flavoured Liqueur
such as Cointreau
NutsSeeds
1
piece
Fresh Mint
few sprigs to decorate

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C and grease six individual pudding moulds.
  • Boil the orange and lemon juices in a pan until reduced by half then cool.
  • Beat the butter, sugar, and lemon zest in a bowl until pale and creamy.
  • Mix in the egg yolks one at a time.
  • Combine the flour and baking powder then stir into the butter mixture.
  • Slowly stir in the reduced citrus juices and milk.
  • Whisk the egg whites in a large bowl until soft peaks form.
  • Beat one-third of the whites into the batter then fold in the remainder.
  • Place moulds in a roasting tin, fill with batter, and add boiling water to the tin base.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until golden-brown and firm.
  • Whip the cream to soft peaks and fold in the orange liqueur.
  • Decorate puddings with candied peel and mint then serve with the liqueur cream.