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Lemon Curd Recipe: Smooth and Tangy
Classic Lemon Curd with smooth, tangy flavor.
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Prep Time
10
minutes
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Cook Time
10
minutes
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Chilling
1
hour
hr
Total Time
1
hour
hr
20
minutes
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Servings
8
Ingredients
¾
cup
fresh lemon juice
1
tbsp
lemon zest
¾
cup
granulated sugar
3
large eggs
½
cup
unsalted butter
cubed
⅛
tsp
salt
Optional: Lemon slice
zest curls
Suggested Pairings: Scones
tea
Instructions
Whisk lemon juice, zest, sugar, eggs, and salt in a saucepan.
Add butter; cook over medium-low, whisking, for 8–10 minutes until thickened.
Taste and adjust the sweetness.
Strain into a bowl; cool and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Serve in a white ceramic jar with a lemon slice, zest, scones, and tea.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
Store in the fridge for 1 week or freeze for 3 months.
Try vegan or lime variations.
Pair with yogurt.