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Lemon Curd Recipe

A zesty and creamy lemon curd perfect for desserts or as a spread.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 3 Eggs
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • ½ cup Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup Butter cubed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest

Instructions 

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together eggs, sugar, and lemon juice.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in butter and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Transfer to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the curd to prevent a skin from forming.
  5. Let cool, then refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 50mg | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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Lemon Curd
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