Easy Lemon Curd Recipe
This homemade lemon curd is irresistibly tangy, perfectly sweet, and velvety smooth. It's the perfect accompaniment for scones, toast, or as a filling for your favorite tart.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 large eggs preferably organic
- 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 to 3 lemons
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest finely grated
- 0.75 cup sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter cut into pieces
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Add lemon juice and zest, and whisk until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a non-reactive saucepan and add the butter pieces.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter has melted and the curd thickens, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the zest and any cooked egg bits.
- Cover the curd with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface, and refrigerate until chilled.
Notes
This lemon curd can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week in an airtight container.