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Simple Lemon Curd Recipe

A creamy, custard-like lemon curd made with 5 simple ingredients.
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Servings: 1 cup

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 2 lemons
  • zest of one lemon
  • 3/4 cup cane sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 4 tbsp salted butter
  • pinch of fine sea salt

Instructions

  • In a medium heat-safe bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, lemon juice and zest. Place bowl over a pot of simmering water and whisk constantly until thickened, this takes about 20 minutes. You will know the curd is done when it's thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  • Remover from heat and whisk in the butter and salt until smooth. If straining, Pour the curd through a fine mesh strainer into a jar or container. Let the curd set up in the fridge for about an hour before using. Store in the fridge for up to one week.