Here’s a classic homemade Lemon Curd recipe – smooth, buttery, and bursting with bright lemon flavor! 🍋✨
🍋 Homemade Lemon Curd Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup (120 ml) fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (finely grated, from about 1–2 lemons)
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
Instructions
1. Prepare a Double Boiler
- Fill a saucepan with a couple of inches of water and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Place a heatproof bowl on top (without touching the water).
2. Mix the Base
- In the bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
3. Cook Slowly
- Whisk constantly over medium-low heat until the mixture thickens, about 7–10 minutes.
- You’ll know it’s ready when it coats the back of a spoon.
4. Add Butter
- Remove from heat and whisk in the butter cubes one at a time until silky and smooth.
5. Strain (Optional but Recommended)
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove zest and any cooked egg bits.
6. Chill & Store
- Cover with plastic wrap pressed against the surface (to prevent a skin).
- Refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours until fully set.
🥄 Serving Ideas
- Spread on toast, scones, or muffins.
- Fill cupcakes, tarts, or crepes.
- Swirl into yogurt or cheesecake.
👉 Do you want me to also write a quick microwave version of lemon curd (ready in under 5 minutes) for busy days?
