Homemade Lemon Curd
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly smooth, Homemade Lemon Curd is the perfect balance of tangy citrus flavor and velvety richness. Made with fresh lemon juice, fragrant zest, and a touch of butter for creaminess, this easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. A pinch of salt offsets the sweetness, while gentle stovetop cooking ensures an impeccably smooth texture. Strained to perfection, this versatile lemon curd is ideal for spreading on toast, adding to scones, or elevating desserts like cakes and tarts. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this fail-proof lemon curd will become your go-to recipe for all things citrus. Enjoy a homemade treat that’s as vibrant as it is delightful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest
- 200 g Granulated Sugar
- 3 pieces Large Eggs
- 115 g Unsalted Butter
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar is fully dissolved.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the large eggs. Gradually add the warm lemon-sugar mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula until the mixture thickens and coats the back of the spoon. This should take around 10 minutes. Do not let it come to a boil.
When the curd is thickened, remove it from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, and salt. Stir until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
Strain the lemon curd through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove the zest and any cooked egg bits.
Let it cool to room temperature, then transfer the lemon curd to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to fully set.
Enjoy your homemade lemon curd on toast, scones, or as a dessert topping!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.9 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 813 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 367 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 215.3 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 393 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
