5 from 3 votes
Easy Eggless Lemon Curd (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
Our easy homemade egg-free lemon curd features a rich lemony flavor with a creamy texture. With the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, our recipe uses simple, dairy-free, and gluten-free, ingredients to ensure anyone can indulge in the zesty goodness of freshly made fruit curd.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
6 mins
Total Time
16 mins
Servings:
1
cup
Calories:
46 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American, Vegan
Ingredients
- ½ cup lemon juice about 3-4 lemons
- 2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a small saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, zest, sugar, cornstarch, and turmeric.
- Add Water Until Dissolved: Slowly add the water while continuously stirring to avoid lumps.
- Cook the Curd: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook. Stir constantly to avoid buring. Cook until the mixture starts to thicken and bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Coconut Oil: Remove from heat and stir in the coconut oil until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Cool: Transfer the curd to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, touching the surface to prevent skin formation. Chill in the refrigerator until set.
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Notes
- ⚠️Celiac Alert: Be sure to check your cornstarch to ensure it is certified gluten-free.
- Store your lemon curd in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
- Perfect for filling tart shells or as a delicious topping for dairy-free and gluten-free baked goods.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1tablespoon
Calories
46kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
0.04g
(0%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.03g
(0%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Sodium
1mg
(0%)
Potassium
9mg
(0%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
1IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
1mg
(0%)
Iron
0.03mg
(0%)
Zinc
0.01mg
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 46
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1tablespoon | |
| Calories | 46kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.04g | 0% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 9mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.