Zesty Lemon Curd Spread (Printable)
Bright, tangy lemon spread with fresh citrus notes, ideal for toast, desserts, and filling delights.
# Ingredient List:
→ Citrus
01 - 3 large lemons, zested and juiced (about 0.5 cup juice)
→ Dairy
02 - 4 oz unsalted butter, cubed
→ Eggs
03 - 4 large eggs
→ Sweeteners
04 - 1 cup granulated sugar
→ Salt
05 - Pinch of fine sea salt
# How to Make:
01 - Wash and zest 3 lemons, then juice to yield approximately 0.5 cup of lemon juice.
02 - In a medium heatproof bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice until fully blended.
03 - Place the bowl over gently simmering water ensuring the bottom does not touch the water surface.
04 - Add cubed butter and a pinch of salt; whisk continuously until thickened and coating the back of a spoon, about 10 to 15 minutes without boiling.
05 - Remove from heat and strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove zest and cooked egg bits for a smooth consistency.
06 - Allow to cool slightly, then transfer to sterilized jars. Refrigerate until fully chilled and thickened.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It tastes like actual lemons, not artificial candy sweetness.
- You can make it in under half an hour with ingredients you probably already have.
02 -
- Do not let the water boil hard or youll end up with sweet lemon scrambled eggs.
- Straining is not optional if you want that glossy, professional finish.
03 -
- Whisking constantly is the only way to avoid lumps, so put on a podcast and commit to the rhythm.
- If you want it extra thick, cook it a minute or two longer, but pull it off the heat before it bubbles.