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Lemon Curd

Indulgent Lemon Curd: Easy Recipe for Zesty Bliss!

Lemon Curd is a versatile citrus spread that elevates your dishes with its vibrant flavor and indulgent texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 55
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curd
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Juicy lemons for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest Avoid bitter pith
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 4 Large Eggs Can be replaced with aquafaba for vegan option
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Use dairy-free butter if necessary
Optional Variations
  • ½ cup Fresh Lime Juice For a lime curd twist
  • ½ cup Fresh Orange Juice For a sweeter flavor
  • Floral Additions Lavender or raspberry for floral notes

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • fine-mesh sieve
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather, zest, and juice lemons, straining out seeds.
  2. Whisk Together: Combine lemon juice, zest, sugar, and eggs in a saucepan, mixing thoroughly.
  3. Cook the Mixture: Cook on medium heat, stirring until thick, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Butter: Remove from heat and mix in butter until melted.
  5. Strain for Smoothness: Pass the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to ensure smooth texture.
  6. Cool and Store: Cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 55kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 0.5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 1mgPotassium: 29mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor; whisk continuously to prevent curdling. Let it cool completely before storing.

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