Description
This homemade Easy Lemon Curd is deliciously tangy and sweet, perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Start by whisking together the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, granulated sugar, eggs, and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Mix until you have a smooth, consistent blend.
- Place your saucepan over medium-low heat and incorporate the butter cubes. Stir continuously — consistency is key here.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the curd through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl.
- Transfer your lemon curd into a jar or an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least an hour.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 90 kcal per serving
- Sodium: Minimal
- Protein: 1 g