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Lemon Curd Recipe

Author: Evelyn Petrie
A tangy-sweet lemon curd that's easy to make and perfect for spreading, filling, or topping desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 100 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 4 large Egg Yolks
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest, finely grated
  • ½ cup Salted Butter, cut into pieces

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Saucepan
    Add 1-2 inches of water to the bottom of a medium saucepan. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, keeping it simmering.
  • Set Up the Double Boiler
    Place a heatproof glass bowl on top of the saucepan, ensuring the bottom isn't touching the water.
  • Combine Base Ingredients
    In the glass bowl, add sugar, lemon juice, egg yolks, and lemon zest. Whisk to combine well.
  • Cook and Thicken
    Continue cooking while whisking nearly constantly for about 8-10 minutes until the curd thickens. If it's not thickening, increase the heat to medium-low while whisking.
  • Incorporate Butter
    Remove the pan from heat and whisk in the butter pieces until melted completely.
  • Store and Cool
    Transfer the lemon curd to a bowl or smaller containers, covering the top with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
  • Chill Before Serving
    Let the curd come to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours before serving. The curd will thicken more as it cools.

Notes

  • Use a microplane to zest lemons, keep whisking to avoid lumps, taste test for sweetness, cool in smaller containers for quicker results, and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 40mgSugar: 10g
Keyword Lemon Curd
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