Description
Silky smooth lemon curd brings zesty sunshine to your dessert table with European elegance. Rich with fresh citrus and creamy butter, this classic spread promises tangy indulgence that elevates scones, tarts, and morning toast.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) fresh lemon juice (approximately 5 lemons)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons (225 g) granulated sugar
Thickening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (8 g) cornstarch
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
Instructions
- Whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Pour lemon juice into the dry ingredients, then incorporate eggs thoroughly, mixing until smooth and uniform.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat, continuously stirring with a whisk to prevent scorching and ensure even cooking.
- Allow the mixture to reach a rolling boil, maintaining constant whisking to create a silky texture.
- Reduce heat to low, maintaining a gentle simmer for precisely one minute until the curd thickens substantially.
- Immediately remove from heat source and introduce butter and finely grated lemon rind, gently stirring until butter completely dissolves.
- Transfer the luscious mixture to a clean bowl, allowing natural cooling at room temperature.
- Seal the bowl with a tight-fitting lid or plastic wrap, then refrigerate for a minimum of six hours or overnight.
- As the curd chills, it will continue to set and develop a luxurious, spreadable consistency.
Notes
- Whisk together dry ingredients to prevent clumping and ensure smooth texture.
- Constant stirring prevents egg scrambling and maintains silky consistency.
- Cooling overnight intensifies bright citrus flavor and helps curd set perfectly thick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg