There’s lots of talk about the cleaning power of lemons, but let’s not forget their roots!
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Lemons are a little sour and a lot zesty, making them the perfect fruit to elevate the flavours in your dessert recipes.
The great thing about using lemons in desserts is they go perfectly with a light slice or cake but can also be the star ingredient in a comforting pudding.
Best lemon dessert recipes
What flavours go well with lemon in baking?
Lemon is a versatile fruit that pairs well with lots of flavours. Lemons can be paired with cheese, walnuts, berries, chocolate, vanilla, raspberry and more.
How to preserve lemons
If your lemon tree is overflowing with fruit that you won’t be able to get through, it’s possible to preserve them. All you need is a jar, some lemons and salt. It will take a few weeks for the preserving process to finish, so keep that in mind. Just make sure you give your lemons a good wash first.
Can I freeze whole lemons?
You can freeze whole lemons in the freezer, the rind will go mushy, but the juice will be fine once defrosted. Alternatively, you can juice lemons and freeze the juice in ice cube trays or slice them and pop them in freezer bags until you need them. Again, make sure you wash your lemons first before freezing them.
12 best lemon dessert recipes
1. Lemon slice
The best part about this lemon slice is the base is made from a packet cake mix.
2. Lemon delicious pudding
A comforting pudding with some zing, this lemon dessert recipe will impress all of your friends.
3. Lemon tart with ginger pastry
Leave the ginger out or in, it’s up to you! Either way this lemon tart is a winner!
4. Old-fashioned lemon and grapefruit slice
A simple extra step makes this a version of a traditional slice that has been famous in Australian country bakeries for generations.
5. Lemon drizzle cake
Simply beat, fold, bake and drizzle – it’s that easy to create this teatime favourite!
6. Lemon and walnut carrot cake
Just add a mashed avo and it’ll be more luscious than ever!
7. Lemon fluff cake
The perfect rainy day dessert – hearty and good, while making the most of all the delicious citrus.
8. Slow cooker lemon-raspberry cheesecake
Create silky, luscious cheesecakes with the help of a slow cooker water bath.
9. Gluten-free lemon melting moments
Buttery rich melting moments filled with a zingy lemon buttercream are the perfect morning tea treat – and these are gluten-free!
10. Lemon sherbet cheesecake
Topped with lemon sherbet for that extra zing!
11. Lemon and lime shortbread
Give classic shortbread a citrus twist for a fresh start to the season.
12. Lemon meringue pie
Crowned with a soft cloud of meringue, this sweet and zingy pie ticks all the right boxes.
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