The Perfect Homemade Lemon Curd

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy lemon curd, lemon curd recipe, perfect lemon curd

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 8

Total Time: 18

Servings: (1 tablespoon servings)

Calories: 49kcal

Author: Malinda Linnebur

A quick and easy recipe for thick and luscious homemade Lemon Curd!

Zest one lemon and add to the sugar. Rub the zest with the sugar to release the oils. This step will add a lot of lemon flavor to the curd.
Zest of 1 lemon, ½ cup (105g) sugar
Add the zest and sugar mixture to a medium saucepan along with the lemon juice, eggs, and egg yolk. Whisk together until combined.
½ cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice, 2 large eggs, 1 egg yolk
Cook over low heat, whisking constantly just until the mixture starts to thicken. Immediately remove from the heat and stir in the butter until melted. Pour through a mesh strainer or sieve. This step will remove the zest along with any little chunks that may have formed while cooking, ensuring a smooth curd.
3 tablespoons butter
Pour into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

FREEZER-FRIENDLY: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 4 months.
Do not use bottled lemon juice.
Use salted butter if desired. Adds a nice touch!
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