Description
This homemade lemon curd recipe is rich, silky, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Made with simple ingredients like lemon juice, zest, egg yolks, and butter, it’s perfect as a tart filling, breakfast spread, or dessert topping. Learn how to make lemon curd from scratch and enjoy a sweet-tart treat that stores beautifully and adds sunshine to every bite. Great for spring and summer desserts, this lemon curd is a must-try for citrus lovers.
Ingredients
4 large egg yolks
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
1. Separate egg yolks, zest lemons, juice them, and cut butter into cubes. Set all ingredients nearby.
2. In a saucepan, whisk egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, and zest over medium-low heat. Stir constantly.
3. Cook until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 8 to 10 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and stir in butter pieces, one at a time, until smooth.
5. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove zest and solids for a silky texture.
6. Cool slightly, transfer to a jar, and refrigerate at least 2 hours before using.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for the best taste and avoid bottled juice.
Cook on low heat and stir continuously to prevent curdling.
Straining is key for a smooth, professional finish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 128
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 94mg