Description
Silky smooth lemon curd brings sunshine to your dessert table with its tangy, rich flavor. Creamy and versatile, this classic spread elevates pastries, toast, and baked goods, offering you a delightful taste of culinary magic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 350 grams (12.35 ounces) golden caster sugar
- 225 grams (7.94 ounces) unsalted butter, room temperature
Citrus Components:
- Zest of 4 large lemons
- Juice of 4 large lemons
Thickening Agent:
- 1 level dessertspoon cornflour (cornstarch)
Instructions
- Crack eggs into a medium saucepan, whisking thoroughly to create a smooth base for the lemon curd.
- Incorporate lemon zest, freshly squeezed lemon juice, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and cornflour into the egg mixture, stirring until ingredients are fully blended.
- Position the saucepan over medium-low heat, continuously whisking the mixture to prevent scorching and ensure even cooking for approximately 7-8 minutes until the consistency begins to thicken.
- Adjust the heat to low, allowing the mixture to gently simmer while maintaining constant stirring for an additional minute to develop a rich, velvety texture.
- Carefully remove the saucepan from the heat source, immediately transferring the hot lemon curd into sterilized glass jars.
- Seal the jars while the curd is still piping hot to create an airtight environment, which helps preserve the vibrant flavor and smooth consistency.
Notes
- Prevent curdling by maintaining low, steady heat and whisking continuously during cooking process.
- Use fresh, room-temperature eggs for smoother texture and even thickening.
- Strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve for ultra-silky, lump-free consistency.
- Store in sealed glass jars in refrigerator for up to two weeks, allowing flavors to develop and intensify.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 79 mins
- Category: Desserts, Breakfast
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 357
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 110mg