Perfect Lemon Curd
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Perfect Lemon Curd
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Lemon curd is a perfect combination of sweet and tangy with a smooth creamy texture. This lemony goodness comes together in a matter of minutes!
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Ingredients
- 5 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 3-4 lemons
- 1/4 cup lemon zest
- pinch of salt
- 10 Tablespoons butter sliced
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Instructions
- In a medium size saucepan over medium heat whisk the eggs and sugar until combined. Add in lemon juice, zest, and salt. Whisk for 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the butter and continue to whisk until melted. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and strain into a bowl and let cool. Store the curd in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Can also freeze up to 3 months.
Notes
- Originally Posted on April 18, 2020
- Updated on March 25, 2022
Nutrition Information
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Calories
79kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
37mg
(12%)
Sodium
44mg
(2%)
Potassium
22mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
156IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
7mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24Tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 79 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 79kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 44mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 22mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 156IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
21 reviews
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