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Luscious Lemon Curd Delight

Discover the zesty and delicious secret of this Luscious Lemon Curd Delight that's incredibly easy to make using a microwave! Bursting with fresh lemon flavor, it's perfect as a spread for your favorite baked goods, and it outshines any store-bought lemon curd with its vibrant taste.
4
11 min
TOTAL TIME
94
CALORIES
$0.15
PER SERVING
Luscious Lemon Curd Delight
Ingredients
7 INGREDIENTS
24 SERVINGS
Lemon
4 whole lemon
finely grated zest
Egg Yolk
1 large egg yolk
Lemon Juice
1 cup lemon juice
Salt
1/4 tsp salt
Granulated Sugar
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
Unsalted Butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter
Eggs
3 large eggs
Directions
8 STEPS
5 min
PREP TIME
6 min
COOK TIME
11 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Melt unsalted butter in the microwave in a microwave-safe bowl, and set aside to cool slightly.
2
In another medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolk until well combined.
3
Add fresh lemon juice, finely grated lemon zest, and salt to the sugar and egg mixture, and whisk until smooth.
4
Gradually whisk in the melted and slightly cooled butter until fully incorporated.
5
Microwave the mixture on 50% power for one minute, then stir.
6
Continue microwaving at 100% power in one-minute intervals, stirring after each interval until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon (approximately 4 to 5 minutes in total). The curd will continue to thicken as it cools.
7
Strain the lemon curd through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids or zest, and pour it into sterile jars.
8
Allow the lemon curd to cool to room temperature, then cover and store it in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.
Health Info
Macros
12g
CARBS
4g
FAT
1g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
EGGS
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I prevent my lemon curd from becoming eggy?
Why is my lemon curd runny?
Can I substitute regular sugar with another sweetener in lemon curd?
What can I do with leftover lemon curd?
Can lemon curd be made with other citrus fruits?
Why is my lemon curd lumpy?
Why is my homemade lemon curd not yellow?
How can I balance sweetness and acidity in lemon curd?
What can I do to make my lemon curd more flavorful?
Can I make lemon curd dairy-free?