Lemon Curd

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

Original recipe makes 2 cups

Ingredients

3 eggs
1 cup white sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup butter
2 teaspoons lemon zest

  • PREP

    10 mins

  • COOK

    10 mins

  • READY IN

    4 hrs 20 mins

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.

Nutrition

Calories: 142 kcal
Carbohydrates: 20.9 g
Cholesterol: 76 mg
Fat: 6.1 g
Fiber: 0.1 g
Protein: 2 g
Sodium: 22 mg

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