Lemon Curd

Name: Lemon Curd
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: French, European, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 3 egg yolks; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp cornstarch; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup butter (cubed)

4 steps

Prep:5minCook:10min

This is how I make creamy homemade lemon curd. The sweet and citrusy flavor pairs so beautifully with most summery desserts, and it’s so easy to make!

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:04:22 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories156.9 kcal (8%)

Total Fat9.4 g (13%)

Carbs17.8 g (7%)

Sugars16.9 g (19%)

Protein1.3 g (3%)

Sodium4.9 mg (0%)

Fiber0 g (0%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

6 servings

½ cupsugar

¼ cupbutter

Instructions

Step 1

Start by separate your egg yolks. Whisk to combine all of the lemon curd ingredients, except for the butter, in a heat-proof bowl.

Step 2

Place over a pot of simmering water (don’t let the bowl touch the water). Whisk the mixture until it thickens up, which should take about 7-10 minutes.

Step 3

Remove from the heat and mix in your cold cubed butter until it’s well incorporated.

Step 4

Cover well with cling wrap and allow to cool in fridge for at least 1 hour. You can spread it or pipe it on to your baked good, enjoy!