Queen of Puddings (Traditional British Baked Dessert) vs Tangy Classic Lemon Meringue Pie

Both desserts are crowned with a golden baked meringue of whisked egg whites and sugar, but what lies beneath sets them apart. The Queen of Puddings bakes milk-soaked breadcrumbs, butter and egg yolks into a just-set custard base, where lemon appears only as gentle zest, then adds a layer of warmed raspberry jam for fruity sweetness. The lemon meringue pie uses citrus far more boldly, thickening yolks, sugar and cornstarch on the stove before stirring in butter, fresh lemon juice and zest for a tangy filling held in a pre-baked pastry crust.