Lime Orange or Lemon Curd
Brighten up your kitchen with this luscious Lime, Orange, or Lemon Curd recipe—a versatile citrus spread that's bursting with tangy sweetness and creamy richness. Made from freshly squeezed citrus juice, fragrant zest, and silky butter, this homemade curd is the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Whisked together over a gentle double boiler heat, the mixture transforms into a velvety smooth topping in just 15 minutes. Strain for a flawless texture and chill to enjoy as a decadent toast spread, a zesty pie filling, or a delightful dessert topping. Easy to make and irresistibly vibrant, this citrus curd is your go-to recipe for adding a sunny twist to any dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml Citrus juice (lime, orange, or lemon)
- 1 tbsp Citrus zest (lime, orange, or lemon)
- 150 g Granulated sugar
- 3 Large eggs
- 115 g Unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
1. In a medium-sized, heatproof bowl, whisk together the citrus juice, citrus zest, sugar, eggs, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
2. Set the bowl over a pot of simmering water to create a double boiler, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
3. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly with a silicone spatula or a whisk, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. This should take approximately 10-12 minutes. The mixture should reach 75–80°C (170–175°F) but avoid boiling.
4. Remove the bowl from the heat and immediately stir in the cold butter cubes one at a time, allowing each piece to melt and incorporate fully before adding the next.
5. Strain the warm curd through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any egg solids and zest for a silky smooth texture.
6. Cover the curd with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
7. Allow the curd to cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours to set completely.
8. Once chilled, store the curd in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Use as a spread for toast, a topping for desserts, or a filling for pies and pastries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.8 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.5 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 813 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 361 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.4 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 160.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 490 mg | 10% | |
*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.
