How to Make Lemon Curd
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| Prep time | 15 minutes |
This is an easy recipe for How to Make Lemon Curd! It's so simple to make and the taste just can't be beat! Smooth, bright, and full of pure lemon flavor!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| In a medium bowl cream the butter and sugar until light and creamy. Add eggs and lemon juice and mix well. Add to a saucepan and cook over low heat until it thickens and begins to simmer (about 10 min). Turn off heat and let cool. Store sealed in the refrigerator. | |
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Renee says
I will be making this! And your lemon bars!! They both look amazing!
Colleen (Souffle Bombay) says
I’m with you…I’d smear this one just about anything that is if I didn’t eat it all with a spoon first! One of my favorites!!
Amanda @ The Kitcheneer says
This is totally making me miss the sun! I need to make some of this lemon curd to brighten things up!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
I’ve only made lemon curd once in my life and that was a few years ago. Seeing yours makes me want to get busy and make it again. After all, nothing says springtime like fresh lemon curd.
Nutmeg Nanny says
This recipe is a bright burst of sunshine! I love homemade lemon curd…yum!
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
YES! I’m so with you! After Christmas, all I want to do is makes lemony goodies because it’s so grey and miserable and lemon is the only thing that helps. This curd looks like a great help during these awful winter days. 🙂
Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says
YES to everything citrus right now! I love lemon curd – especially stuffed inside of a vanilla cupcake. 🙂
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet says
I have never made lemon curd before but I just bought some lemons and this seems so easy so I am going to try it! Thanks!
amanda @ fake ginger says
Mmm, I love lemon curd! Yours looks silky and delicious!
Lora @cakeduchess says
Homemade lemon curd is so wonderful and versatile! It’s just perfect for so many recipes. Your has me dreaming of sunny summer days!
Heather / girlichef says
I feel exactly the same way – I’m craving some sunshine! I definitely think a (whole) jar of this lemon curd would go a long way towards curing my winter blahs. It’s beautiful!
Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says
Lemon curd is my most favorite treat on this earth, for sure!
Paula - bell'alimento says
I love all things lemon! I’ve got a basket of meyer lemons that are calling out to be made into curd.
Jennifer | Bake or Break says
I love making my own lemon curd! It’s such a versatile thing to have around!
Linda Omura says
I agree this weather is getting me down and that lemon curd will bring back sunshine and light! The recipe is easy to make and I can’t wait to try it.
The Food Hunter says
We have a huge lemon tree. I really need to try this
Angie says
I’ve never made lemon curd before, but yours looks 1000 times better than the stuff I buy, so I have to try making it myself soon too!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
What a delight this is! And your photos are pure springtime! Love it! Can’t wait to try this.
Brenda@Sugar-Free Mom says
OH the photos make me want winter to go away and fast! Now I’m dreaming of Spring!! Beautiful!!
Joanie @ ZagLeft says
I love the vibrant color of your lemon curd and so needed this lovely burst of sunshine on this gloomy, rainy and cold Monday.
Shannon @ Dinner from the Heart says
I love lemon curd. I especially love it on crepes! They are such a good way to eat it. I long for summer as well, maybe this would help it feel warm and sunny at my house, too. 🙂
Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says
Perfect! I haven’t made this yet but have been wanting too. Such a light fresh taste perfect for the summer!
Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says
Love lemon curd! My daughter is the same way, and she is only 3.5! We cannot stay out of the homemade caramel sauce container… 🙂
Liz says
Thank you for the lovely recipes.
Miranda @ Cookie Dough & Oven Mitt says
This curd is beautiful! It’s so vibrant and so simple to make! I know the feeling of wanting the last bite and then giving it to your child instead. #nicemoms 🙂