14 Sweet and Tart Lemon Curd Recipes
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
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Lemon curd is a tart, zesty treat that is perfect for so many different recipes. Whether you use it to top a lemon meringue pie, spoon it over pound cake or swirl it into homemade ice cream, it's always a hit.
With 14 of the best and most delicious recipes for lemon curd, you can make a classic version, or get creative and mix in some delicious flavors like honey or coconut.
These recipes are sure to become your go to when you need something special to top off a dessert. Sweet, tart and tartly sweet, these delicious lemon curd recipes won't disappoint.
Letty's Kitchen
Honey Lemon Curd
This creamy, lemony, buttery, luscious and versatile honey lemon curd is incredibly easy to make. You can serve it simply with a slice of plain cake, or turn it into mousse to serve on berries. Makes about 1 1/2 cups lemon curd. Figure 2 tablespoons per serving.
1
25 min
TOTAL TIME
69
CALORIES
$0.16
PER SERVING
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Taste of Home
Homemade Lemon Curd
Lemon curd is a scrumptious spread for scones, biscuits or other baked goods. You can find it in larger grocery stores alongside the jams and jellies or with the baking supplies, but we like making this lemon curd recipe from scratch. —Mark Hagen, West Allis, Wisconsin
32
49,897
22,984
20 min
TOTAL TIME
740
CALORIES
$0.95
PER SERVING
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Milk and Cardamom
10-Minute Lemon Curd
Can't get enough of lemons? This 10-Minute Lemon Curd recipe is the perfect way to get your daily dose of sunshine. It's deliciously tart, creamy, and easy to make! With only 4 simple ingredients and 10 delicious minutes, you can enjoy a homemade dessert that will satisfy your lemon craving.
1
15 min
TOTAL TIME
1018
CALORIES
$1.30
PER SERVING
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Epicurious
Lemon Curd with Berries
This very lemony curd is made with whole eggs instead of just the yolks, which gives it an extra-light texture.
873
371
CALORIES
$0.76
PER SERVING
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Oh, Sweet Basil
Blender Lemon Curd
Make delicious and creamy lemon curd in minutes with this easy blender recipe! All you need are a few simple ingredients, a blender, and a few minutes of your time to create a delicious lemon-y treat that your whole family will love. Enjoy this classic dessert spread on toast, pancakes, or cheesecak...
213
20 min
TOTAL TIME
696
CALORIES
$1.24
PER SERVING
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Short Girl Tall Order
Easy 5-Ingredient Vegan Lemon Curd
Only 5 ingredients are needed to make the perfect vegan lemon curd. For best results, let the curd set in the fridge overnight so it gets super thick and creamy.
5
8,631
40
20 min
TOTAL TIME
121
CALORIES
$0.36
PER SERVING
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Cooklist AI
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
Ingredients
Directions
8 STEPS
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.
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Mom on Time Out
Easy Lemon Curd Recipe
This incredibly easy Lemon Curd recipe is sweet, tart and perfect for spreading on all manner of baked goods. Lemon curd is so easy to make in the microwave and blows store bought lemon curd out of the water. It's simply amazing and so refreshing!
20
44,498
1,557
11 min
TOTAL TIME
93
CALORIES
$0.14
PER SERVING
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Saving Room for Dessert
Homemade Lemon Curd
A lemony sauce that tastes just like a crustless lemon pie! Great served with pancakes, waffles, biscuits, scones, pound cake and angel food cake
1
13,727
170
15 min
TOTAL TIME
968
CALORIES
$1.33
PER SERVING
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Veganosity
How to Make Vegan Lemon Curd
You only need 6 simple ingredients to make this rich and tangy homemade vegan lemon curd. It tastes just like that made with egg and dairy!
5
8
16 min
TOTAL TIME
149
CALORIES
$0.25
PER SERVING
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Kirbie's Cravings
Microwave Lemon Curd
Homemade lemon curd can easily be made in your microwave.
1
424
17
10 min
TOTAL TIME
122
CALORIES
$0.20
PER SERVING
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Sizzling Eats
Easy Stovetop Lemon Curd Recipe
Velvety sweet and tangy lemon curd is made easily on the stovetop in about ten minutes. This rich and vibrantly tasty dessert topping, filling, or spread is a delightful addition to baked recipes.
7
3
22 min
TOTAL TIME
32
CALORIES
$0.06
PER SERVING
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Everything Marina
Easy Lemon Curd recipe
I love yellow color of this curd. All natural and no food coloring added. I use in my macaron fillings, cupcakes, or other desserts.
1
2
7
30 min
TOTAL TIME
807
CALORIES
$1.26
PER SERVING
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Mommy's Home Cooking
Easy Eggless Lemon Curd
This Easy Eggless Lemon Curd is tangy, sweet, bright, and delicious! You need a few simple ingredients and it comes together on the stove in 10 minutes!
40
2,753
40
10 min
TOTAL TIME
35
CALORIES
$0.05
PER SERVING
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GoodLife Eats
Coconut Lemon Curd
Coconut Lemon Curd is perfect for spring!
1
632
1
15 min
TOTAL TIME
356
CALORIES
$0.72
PER SERVING
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