Description
A bright, silky lemon curd with a smooth, creamy texture and vibrant citrus flavor, perfect for spreading, filling, or spooning over desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl or saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and salt.
- Place the mixture over low to medium-low heat.
- Cook gently, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove from the heat once thickened.
- Stir in the butter a few pieces at a time until fully melted and smooth.
- Strain the lemon curd if a smoother texture is desired.
- Allow to cool slightly, then transfer to a jar or airtight container.
- Refrigerate until fully chilled and set.
Notes
- Cook gently to avoid scrambling the eggs.
- Constant whisking ensures a smooth texture.
- Straining is optional but recommended for extra silkiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
