94 lemon recipes to zest up your kitchen

Lemon self-saucing pudding, also known as lemon surprise pudding, is easy to whip up and can be ready in an hour. Make one simple mixture and as it cooks it separates into a light sponge on top and zesty lemon curd beneath

Try our moreish tray bake packed with crisp chicken thighs, creamy lemon sauce and fragrant rosemary

This chicken tray bake with lemon, olives and orzo is a great midweek meal for all the family. It's super simple, full of flavour and low in calories

Spend time making a lemon tart from scratch – with its citrusy, creamy custard filling and golden, flaky pastry, it’s a richly rewarding project. A bright, sunshiny dessert that's perfect for summer

You'd hardly guess this simple cheesecake is gluten-free – silky lemon with a crisp stem ginger base. It takes only 15 minutes to prep and doesn’t require cooking

This summery twist on lasagne is packed with courgette, zesty ricotta and folds of delicate parma ham – a light but flavour-packed take on the classic

Bake our classic lemon drizzle cake for an afternoon tea. treat This foolproof bake combines a delightfully moist sponge with a citrusy icing topping

A showstopping, lemon sponge layer cake with a delicious lemon curd icing and beautiful edible crystallised violets and primroses on top

Spicy sriracha, zingy lemon and salty parmesan turn a simple spaghetti dish into an easy yet delicious midweek meal, ready in just 20 minutes

A classic, impressive lemon meringue pie with crisp pastry, tart curd and fluffy meringue that's easy to make. What more could you want?

Use olive oil in place of butter and chia seeds instead of eggs in this beautiful grown-up take on a classic lemon cake. It makes for a much lighter (and totally vegan) bake

The caramelised fennel adds a mellow sweetness to this pasta recipe, while lemon zest and chilli add a little zing

This recipe for spring veg and lemon broth is a quick, easy and healthy meal to make midweek - plus it's under 300 calories

Ready in a flash, this creamy pasta one-pot uses shop-bought ravioli as a base for a nutritious vegetarian meal for two

This lemon and blueberry poke cake is sure to be a hit with the whole family. It's easy to make but tastes and looks delicious

A trio of lemon (curd, zest and juice) is the key to these zingy muffins. Perfect for elevenses, an afternoon snack or even breakfast

This loaf cake is light, zesty and gluten-free, making it a great option to bake for a crowd

Making your own lemon curd is easier than you think with this recipe. Spoon onto warm crumpets, stir through greek yogurt, or use to sandwich meringues together

The peaches retain their floral aroma in this summery cake and match perfectly with the soft, fragrant thyme and zingy lemon

These thyme, elderflower and lemon ice lollies are a great grown-up treat to help you cool down in the warmer months. You can make this into a cordial too, just reduce the water to 750ml and strain into sterilised jars

Top glossy meringue with yogurt rippled with lemon curd and pillowy double cream, plus citrussy zest and edible flowers for a pretty finish

The best family recipe for cheesecake. Rich and creamy, with lemon and vanilla flavoured filling this is designed to impress your friends and family. Plus, it uses a ready-made sponge base to make it even easier to make.