Lime Curd
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly creamy, this homemade lime curd is a citrus lover's dream! Made with fresh lime juice and zest, it bursts with refreshing flavor and balances perfectly with just the right amount of sweetness. This silky spread comes together with a handful of pantry staples like eggs, butter, and sugar, using a foolproof double-boiler method to ensure a velvety texture every time. Whether you slather it on scones, swirl it into yogurt, or use it as a luscious filling for cakes and pastries, this versatile lime curd is a must-try recipe. Ready in just 20 minutes and easily stored for up to a week, it’s the perfect way to brighten up any dessert or breakfast spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Lime zest
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 3 units Large eggs
- 85 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a medium heatproof bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, granulated sugar, and eggs until smooth.
Add the unsalted butter (cut into small cubes) and a pinch of salt to the bowl.
Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
Cook the mixture, stirring constantly with a silicone spatula or wooden spoon, for about 8–10 minutes or until it thickens and coats the back of the spoon.
Once thickened, remove the bowl from the heat and strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any bits of cooked egg or zest.
Let the lime curd cool to room temperature, then transfer it to an airtight container.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. The lime curd will thicken further as it cools.
Store in the refrigerator and consume within 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.1 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.0 g | 235% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 746 mg | 249% | |
| Sodium | 366 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.1 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 152.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 404 mg | 9% | |
*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.
