Lemon Curd Recipe

Indulge in the bright, tangy perfection of homemade Lemon Curd! This recipe, adapted from the beloved 2001 cookbook "Luscious Lemon Desserts," creates a creamy, intensely lemony curd perfect for spreading on toast, topping cakes, or filling tarts. Learn how to make this classic dessert in just 20 minutes.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 914 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Curd

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How to Make Lemon Curd

  1. Melt 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter in a heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Remove from heat and whisk in 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar, 1 cup (240ml) fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  3. Whisk in 4 large egg yolks until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
  4. Return the saucepan to medium-low heat. Whisk constantly until the curd thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (it should leave a trail when you draw your finger across it). Do not boil.
  5. Immediately strain the lemon curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any lumps. Let cool to room temperature, whisking occasionally.
  6. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy within a month (or freeze for up to three months!).
  7. Serve your delightful lemon curd on toast, scones, tarts, fresh fruit, gingerbread, pound cake, cheesecake, or any other treat that deserves a burst of sunshine!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

144g

Fat

227g

Carbs

14g