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Lemon Curd

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"Rich and creamy lemon curd is perfect alongside scones or sugar cookies." — daazninvazn131

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Original recipe makes 2 cups Change Servings

3 eggs
1 cup white sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice

1/4 cup butter
2 teaspoons lemon zest

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Directions

Whisk eggs, sugar, and lemon juice in a double boiler over simmering water until mixed well, then continue to stir until thick, 7 to 10 minutes.
Drain through a mesh sieve to get rid of lumps. Fold in butter until well incorporated. Mix in lemon zest. Cover curd and chill in the refrigerator until it has thickened, about 4 hours.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 10 mins
READY IN 4 hrs 20 mins

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Cook's Note:
Be careful not to use any corrosive metal bowls/spoons/whisks or else it will end up with a metallic aftertaste! I'm not sure how it will taste with bottled lemon juice because I always make anything that has to do with fruit fresh from my own fruit.

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I made this in the microwave, it came out perfect ! I just got all my ingredients hot first in the microwave, approx 1 1/2 minutes, kept stirring in .30 minute intervals, then beat my eggs in a separate bowl and slowly added the hot mixture while stirring the eggs, , keeps the eggs from cooking into scrambled eggs !! Once i had it all added together popped it back into the microwave and kept cooking in .30 minute intervals until it was creamy and thick , : )

—jmalone

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 20, 2013

Just ok, flavor was incredible but it was grainy. good tip- no metal wisk in the curd.

—jen

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14 Ratings

Sep 14, 2012

I doubled this and used store-bought lemon juice as opposed to freshly squeezed lemons and it was fabulous (and so darn easy!).

—bigmama

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Oct 01, 2012

Great to use as a filling for cannoli shells. They were a hit at my house!

—Renee

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Apr 02, 2013

Good, reliable "go-to" recipe for lemon curd. Just right sweet, just right tart, buttery smooth and creamy. I like mine particularly lemony so I increased the lemon zest to a full tablesoon.

—naples34102

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Mar 24, 2013

I followed the recipe EXACTLY and ended up with a delicious pint of lemon curd. Be sure to use real lemon juice and the zest from that lemon. One large lemon should be enough. Others say that it could be done in a microwave, which is probably true, but you would need to be very patient to stop and stir often to avoid having the mixture curdle. (I speak from experience, having curdled a batch of custard before.) Over a double boiler, you'll end up with perfect lemon curd without worrying about curdled eggs. I'll be using this lemon curd in the morning for my crepes. Can't wait.

—luv2cook

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Apr 01, 2013

This is the best lemon curd! Tastes fresh and tangy. When I want a more toned down flavor, I will make a batch of pastry cream (exact name on all recipes) and mix the 2. Its amazing!

—shannonmccarley

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Feb 22, 2013

I followed the recipe exactly, using a mixing bowl over a pot of simmering water, whisking constantly. It came out completely smooth with no need to sieve. I used it as filling in puff pastry tartlets, and also on scones. Sweet and tart. I will be making it again!

—zenriot

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Nutrition

Calories
142 kcal
7%

Carbohydrates
20.9 g
7%

Cholesterol
76 mg
25%

Fat
6.1 g
9%

Fiber
0.1 g
< 1%

Protein
2 g
4%

Sodium
22 mg
< 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Lemon Curd

Serving Size: 1/10 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 10
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 142
Calories from Fat: 55

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.1g 9 %
Saturated Fat 3.4g 17 %
Cholesterol 76mg 25 %
Sodium 22mg < 1 %
Potassium 33mg < 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 20.9g 7 %
Dietary Fiber 0.1g < 1 %
Protein 2g 4 %
Sugars 20.3g
Vitamin A 4 %
Vitamin C 7 %
Calcium 1 %
Iron 3 %
Thiamin 1 %
Niacin 3 %
Vitamin B6 2 %
Magnesium < 1 %
Folate 5 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.