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lemon curd

A tangy, sweet homemade lemon curd perfect for filling tarts or spreading on toast.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 16
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 large eggs egg yolks
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cups lemon zest up to 4 lemons
  • 0.33 cups lemon juice up to 4 lemons
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter cold

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Measure the lemon zest and juice, and prepare the butter. Set aside.
  2. In a double boiler, whisk together egg yolks and sugar over simmering water.
  3. Add lemon juice and zest to the mixture, whisking until slightly thickened, about 8-9 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in cold butter until smooth. Transfer to a container and refrigerate until cooled and thickened, about 2 hours.

Notes

This lemon curd is perfect for filling tarts, spreading on toast, or as a topping for desserts.