5 Ingredient Easiest Lemon Curd – a delicious recipe with lemon juice, lemons, egg yolks, sugar, egg, unsalted butter. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
General
Servings:persons
1
In a small sauce pan whisk the egg yolks and egg together until combined. Then whisk in sugar, lemon juice, and zest until well incorporated
2
Place over medium low to medium heat, whisking continuously until curd thickens and coats the back of a spoon. About 8-10 minutes.
3
Remove pan from heat and add cubed butter in batches until it all melts and is incorporated in the curd.
4
Pour into a mesh sieve over a small bowl. Cover surface with plastic wrap. Let it cool on the counter before placing in the fridge. Or once cooled, divide among glass jars/airtight container and store in the fridge for at least 1 hour before consuming.
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STORING: You can store in a sterilized jar for 3-4 weeks in the fridge. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months (defrost in fridge at least 24 hrs before consumption)
397
kcal
Calories
21
g
Fat
42
g
Carbs
13
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 6 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (2-3 large lemons), Zest of 2 lemons, 3 egg yolks, 3/4 cup sugar, and more.
Yes, 5 Ingredient Easiest Lemon Curd falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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