Lemon Curd Recipe
The ultimate creamy treat, Lemon Curd Recipe is bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Perfect for spreading on toast or using as a dessert filling, this easy recipe will become a favorite in no time. Make it tonight!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Cutting Board
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 3 egg yolks Egg Yolks
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1/2 cup Lemon Juice
- 1 lemon zest Lemon Zest optional
- 1/4 cup Butter diced and chilled
- 1 pinch Kosher Salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until they are well combined.
- Add the lemon juice, continuing to whisk as you stir. Keep the heat low to avoid cooking the eggs too quickly.
- Stir the mixture constantly until it thickens enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon.
- Once thickened, pour the curd through a fine sieve into a large glass bowl.
- Add the optional lemon zest for an extra burst of flavor, and give it a good stir to combine.
- Add the butter one tablespoon at a time, stirring until completely melted.
- Season with a pinch of kosher salt to enhance the flavors.
- Cover the curd with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Once chilled, your Lemon Curd Recipe is ready to use!
Notes
- Tip 1: Store your Lemon Curd Recipe in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Tip 2: You can freeze Lemon Curd Recipe in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.
- Tip 3: Serve Lemon Curd Recipe with pancakes, waffles, or even as a filling for tart shells.
- Tip 4: Feel free to tweak the sugar content based on your preference.
- Tip 5: Try using Lemon Curd Recipe as a filling for cupcakes or layer it in a parfait.