Description
Homemade lemon curd is a bright, zesty treat that elevates any dessert with its tangy sweetness. Perfect for slathering on toast, filling pastries, or as a topping for ice cream, this easy recipe showcases the vibrant flavor of fresh lemons. In just 18 minutes, you can whip up a batch of creamy lemon curd that is customizable with variations like lime or orange zest. Impress your friends and family with this delightful condiment at brunches, gatherings, or as a thoughtful gift. With its versatile uses and quick preparation, learning how to make lemon curd will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 5 lemons)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Add the fresh lemon juice and eggs to the mixture. Bring it to a boil over medium heat while stirring constantly.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and let it simmer for about 1 minute or until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and grated lemon rind until fully melted.
- Cool at room temperature before covering and chilling in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 50mg