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Easy Lemon Curd Recipe
5 from 3 votes

Easy Lemon Curd Recipe

Make your own easy lemon curd with this simple recipe. Perfect for spreading on toast, filling pastries, or adding a tangy twist to desserts.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 216 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, British

Ingredients

  • 6 egg yolk
  • ⅔ cups powdered sugar
  • 2 lemon see notes, zest
  • ½ cup lemon juice (see notes)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoon butter

Instructions

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  1. Cut the butter into slices and set aside
  2. Zest the 2 lemons and set zest aside
  3. Juice the lemons and place the juice, zest and butter in your double boiler.
  4. When the butter starts to melt, add the powdered sugar and stir till it dissolves.
  5. Slowly start pouring in the egg yolks, whisking vigorously and continuously till the mixture thickens. (see notes)
  6. Spoon the mixture into sterilized jars, cover and cool to room temperature before refrigeration.

Notes

  • Lemon Zest - Lemon Zest adds a depth of flavor and gives the curd its true citrusy smell. I don't strain my curd, as the bits don't bother me. If you prefer your curd to be smoother, run it through a fine mesh strainer before bottling it to remove the bits of zest.
  • Lemon Juice - Freshly squeezed lemon juice is a must when making curd. The bottled variety has preservatives that interfere with the taste and also lacks sufficient pectin to thicken the curd.
  • How to tell that your curd is ready - The best and timeless test to determine if your curd is ready is to see if it coats your spoon. Then, run a finger down the back of the spoon, and if the line down the middle remains clear, your custard is thick enough. Make sure not to overcook your curd, as it will curdle and be lumpy.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 216kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 5g (25%) Trans Fat 0.5g (25%) Cholesterol 225mg (75%) Sodium 293mg (12%) Potassium 47mg (1%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 612IU (12%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 31mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 216

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 216kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0.5g 25%
Cholesterol 225mg 75%
Sodium 293mg 12%
Potassium 47mg 1%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 612IU 12%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 31mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.