Description
Zesty lime curd delivers a tangy burst of tropical sunshine on your palate. Creamy, silky smooth citrus magic awaits you with each spoonful of this simple yet elegant dessert spread.
Ingredients
Scale
Citrus Ingredients:
- 4 limes (zest and juice)
- 3 large eggs
Dairy Ingredients:
- 100 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
- 150 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar
Thickening Ingredients:
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare a double boiler setup by placing a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water.
- Combine lime zest, lime juice, eggs, sugar, salt, and cornstarch in the heatproof bowl, whisking thoroughly to create a smooth, uniform mixture.
- Cook the mixture over gentle heat, continuously stirring with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula to prevent scorching, for approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Monitor the consistency carefully, stirring constantly until the curd thickens and coats the back of the spoon, resembling a custard-like texture.
- Remove from heat and immediately incorporate cold butter pieces, stirring until completely melted and integrated, creating a glossy, silky finish.
- Strain the lime curd through a fine-mesh sieve to eliminate any potential egg bits or zest, ensuring a smooth, velvety texture.
- Transfer the strained curd into a clean glass jar or container, pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent skin formation.
- Refrigerate the lime curd for at least 2 hours to cool and set completely, allowing flavors to meld and texture to firm up.
- Serve chilled as a spread, filling, or topping for desserts, with the curd staying fresh for up to one week when stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Whisk ingredients thoroughly to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth, silky texture that glides effortlessly.
- Use fresh lime zest and juice for the most vibrant, punchy citrus flavor that transforms the curd from ordinary to extraordinary.
- Maintain low, gentle heat while stirring constantly to prevent scrambling eggs and achieve that perfect custard-like consistency.
- Strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve to eliminate any potential egg bits, creating an ultra-smooth, luxurious spread that looks as good as it tastes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 75 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 85 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg