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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Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 25

Servings: 8

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.

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