This Easy Orange Pudding Cake is a breeze to make and is sure to impress with its bright, refreshing flavor and simple elegance. Made with just a few ingredients, including fresh orange juice and cornstarch, this dessert sets into a firm, sliceable pudding that's covered in shredded coconut for an extra touch of luxury.
Why You’ll Love This: If you enjoy desserts that are not overly sweet and offer a fresh, fruity zest, this orange pudding cake is perfect. It's light, refreshing, and has a gorgeous presentation with minimal effort. The use of erythritol also makes it a lower-calorie option without sacrificing sweetness.
Perfect Occasion: This dessert is ideal for summer gatherings, brunches, or as a festive end to a dinner party. It's also great for holidays and special occasions where you want a dessert that looks as good as it tastes without spending hours in the kitchen.
Decoration Tips: The natural beauty of this pudding cake is enhanced by a generous coating of shredded coconut, but you can also garnish it with orange zest or thin orange slices for added flair. A sprig of mint or a dusting of powdered sugar can also add to its visual appeal.
- Ingredients:
- 500g orange juice
- 60g cornstarch or potato starch
- 90g erythritol
- Shredded coconut, for coating
- Instructions:
- In a saucepan, combine the orange juice, cornstarch, and erythritol. Stir well to dissolve the cornstarch completely.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly until it thickens.
- Once thickened, remove from heat.
- Line a 16cm cake mold with plastic wrap, ensuring it covers all sides and the bottom.
- Pour the thickened mixture into the prepared mold. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the pudding cake for at least 3 hours until it is completely set.
- Once set, remove the pudding cake from the mold, cut it into wedges, and roll each piece in shredded coconut until fully coated.
- Serve the slices chilled for a refreshing treat.
Enjoy this delightful Easy Orange Pudding Cake, a simple yet elegant dessert that's perfect for any occasion!