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Creamy Lemon Custard

Delight your taste buds with this incredibly smooth, low-carb Lemon Custard, which combines the tanginess of lemon with the sweetness of cream cheese. A perfect dessert for a guilt-free treat!
2
2 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
488
CALORIES
$1.08
PER SERVING
Creamy Lemon Custard
Ingredients
8 INGREDIENTS
2 SERVINGS
Cream Cheese
2 oz cream cheese
Egg Yolks
4 large egg yolks
Lemon Zest
1 tsp lemon zest
Lemon Juice
1/2 whole lemon juice
Xanthan Gum
1/8 tsp xanthan gum
Vanilla Extract
1 tsp vanilla extract
Liquid Stevia
15 drops liquid stevia
Unsalted Butter
4 tbsp unsalted butter
Directions
7 STEPS
2 hr
PREP TIME
15 min
COOK TIME
2 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Add the unsalted butter and cream cheese to a saucepan over low heat, allowing them to melt together.
2
Grate in the lemon zest, then add the lemon juice, liquid stevia, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
3
Slowly whisk in one egg yolk at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
4
Continue to cook, while whisking, until the mixture reaches a smooth, creamy texture.
5
Cook for an additional 2 minutes before adding the xanthan gum, then whisk until fully combined.
6
Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the custard into a serving bowl.
7
Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to set.
Health Info
Macros
4g
CARBS
44g
FAT
17g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
MEDITERRANEAN
VEGETARIAN
KETO
LOW CARB
Contains these allergens
MILK
EGGS
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my custard lumpy?
How do I make my custard more flavorful?
Why does my custard taste eggy?
Why is my custard too thin?
Can I use whole eggs instead of just yolks in my custard?
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What is the difference between custard and pudding?
Can I make dairy-free custard?
Is custard and ice cream the same?
Can I use custard to replace cream in recipes?