Creamy Lemon Dessert (No Bake – 5 Minutes!) 🍋

 

A fresh, tangy, and irresistibly creamy treat — ready in just minutes!

If you're craving something sweet, refreshing, and quick to prepare, this Creamy Lemon Dessert is the answer. With its zesty lemon flavor and luxuriously smooth texture, it’s the perfect no-bake treat to satisfy your sweet tooth — all in under 5 minutes! Ideal for busy days, surprise guests, or simply when you need a citrusy pick-me-up.

✅ Ingredients:

400 ml whole milk

Zest of 1 lemon

1 tsp vanilla sugar

2 egg yolks

40 g granulated sugar

15 g cornstarch (Maizena)

Juice of 1 lemon

100 g sweetened condensed milk

👩‍🍳 How to Make It – Step-by-Step:

Step 1: Prepare the Base Mixture

In a saucepan, combine:

Whole milk

Lemon zest

Vanilla sugar

Heat gently over medium heat, just until it begins to warm (do not boil). This allows the lemon zest to infuse the milk with flavor.

Step 2: Mix the Creamy Base

In a separate bowl, whisk together:

Egg yolks

Sugar

Cornstarch

Whisk until smooth and pale. Then, gradually add the warm milk mixture to the bowl, whisking constantly to prevent the yolks from cooking.

Step 3: Cook Until Thickened

Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring continuously until it thickens into a creamy custard (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 4: Add the Final Flavors

Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in:

Fresh lemon juice

Sweetened condensed milk

This combination gives the dessert its signature tangy-sweet balance and smooth, velvety finish.

Step 5: Serve or Chill

Serve the dessert warm for a comforting pudding-style treat, or chill it for 30 minutes to an hour for a refreshing, mousse-like consistency. Top with whipped cream, lemon zest curls, or crushed cookies if desired.

🍋 Why You'll Love It:

No baking required

Ready in 5 minutes

Only simple ingredients

Perfect balance of sweet and tart

Great for any season

📝 Storage Tips:

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Best served chilled for an ultra-creamy, refreshing experience.

Final Taste Test:

This Creamy Lemon Dessert is sunshine in a spoon — light, luscious, and bursting with lemony goodness. Whether you’re serving it at a dinner party or enjoying it solo, it’s a quick and easy recipe that always i

mpresses. Give it a try — your taste buds will thank you!