Lemon Curd Microwave Version
Experience the zesty simplicity of homemade Lemon Curd with this quick and foolproof microwave version! Bursting with fresh lemon flavor, this velvety spread comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time and a mere 5 minutes of cooking, making it the ultimate time-saving recipe for citrus lovers. Using everyday ingredients like fresh lemons, sugar, eggs, and butter, this microwave method ensures perfect results every time without the need for a double boiler. The curd thickens luxuriously in the microwave and is then strained for a silky-smooth finish. Perfect as a topping for scones, a filling for cakes, or a tangy addition to yogurt, this homemade lemon curd is an irresistible staple that stays fresh for up to two weeks in the refrigerator. Whether you're a kitchen novice or a seasoned baker, this recipe is your ticket to effortlessly vibrant citrus goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Lemons
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 3 large Eggs
Instructions
Zest and juice the lemons, ensuring you have about 1/3 cup of fresh lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of zest. Set aside.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the granulated sugar and lemon zest. Use your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar until the mixture is fragrant and slightly moist.
Melt the unsalted butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds or until fully melted. Allow it to cool slightly.
In the bowl with the sugar and zest, whisk in the eggs until smooth. Add the lemon juice and melted butter, whisking until fully combined.
Microwave the mixture on high for 1-minute intervals, stirring well after each interval. Continue until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This usually takes 4 to 5 minutes total, depending on your microwave’s power.
Once thickened, remove the bowl from the microwave and strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or container to remove any lumps or bits of cooked egg.
Let the lemon curd cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 682 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 223 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.9 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 379 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.
