Description
Silky smooth Lemon Curd delights palates with its zesty charm and creamy texture. Rich citrus notes dance across taste buds, promising a luxurious spread perfect for scones, tarts, or direct spoon enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup lemon juice (3 to 4 medium lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 large eggs
Binding and Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into slices at room temperature
Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine eggs, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan, whisking thoroughly until the mixture achieves a uniform, silky consistency.
- Incorporate freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant zest into the egg mixture, blending smoothly.
- Position saucepan over medium heat, maintaining constant stirring to prevent scorching and ensure even cooking; continue stirring for 8-10 minutes until the mixture transforms into a thick, custard-like texture that elegantly coats the back of a wooden spoon.
- Remove pan from heat source and gradually introduce cold butter pieces, stirring continuously until each portion melts completely and integrates seamlessly into the curd.
- Strain the prepared curd through a fine-mesh sieve directly into a clean bowl, eliminating any potential scrambled egg fragments and ensuring a pristine, velvety smooth texture.
- Allow the lemon curd to cool naturally at room temperature, then transfer to the refrigerator for chilling and further setting until ready for use or serving.
Notes
- Stirring constantly prevents egg scrambling and ensures a smooth, silky texture throughout the cooking process.
- Use fresh, high-quality lemons for the most vibrant and authentic citrus flavor in your curd.
- For a lighter version, replace half the butter with Greek yogurt to reduce fat content while maintaining creamy consistency.
- Strain the mixture carefully through a fine-mesh sieve to achieve an ultra-smooth, professional-grade lemon curd without any unwanted egg bits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg