Homemade Lemon Curd
Introducing the ultimate homemade lemon curd that’s about to dazzle your taste buds! This isn’t just any lemon curd; it’s a thick, creamy delight that promises to be the star of your kitchen. Whether you’re slathering it over a slice of toast or dolloping it onto a heavenly lemon curd cheesecake, this recipe is a game-changer.
Servings: 4
Calories: 45.7kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Large Brown Egg (Vital Farms)
- 32 g Zero Calorie Sugar (H-E-B)
- ½ Large Lemon (juiced)
- 1 tsp Lemon Zest
- 14 g Unsalted Butter (Vital Farms)
Instructions
- In a small pot (not on heat yet), crack in your egg and whisk until smooth.1 Large Brown Egg
- Add in your sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Give it a good mix.32 g (4 tsp) Zero Calorie Sugar, 1/2 Large Lemon, 1 tsp Lemon Zest
- Finally, add in your butter and place on a stove on low to medium heat.14 g (1 tbsp) Unsalted Butter
- Let it start to warm up and continuously whisk until it thickens. This will take roughly 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it completely cool. Add your lemon curd to a jar or container and keep in the fridge for up to a week.
- Use for a multitude of different recipes! When ready to enjoy again - if it has thickened - add a small splash of water and mix until desired consistency. You can also hear in the microwave for 10 seconds to soften again.
Nutrition Information
Homemade Lemon Curd
Serving Size
1 Serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
45.7
% Daily Value*
Fat
4.3
g
7
%
Saturated Fat
2.4
g
15
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.5
g
Cholesterol
55.8
mg
19
%
Sodium
18.2
mg
1
%
Potassium
18.2
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
8
g
3
%
Protein
1.6
g
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
The Nutrition Facts above are specific to the ingredients I chose to use for this recipe.