Quick and Easy Lemon Curd

Name: Quick and Easy Lemon Curd
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 11 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1/3 cup lemon zest (1 ounce; 28g) from 6 medium lemons3/4 cup granulated sugar (5 1/4 ounces; 150g)1 cup lemon juice from 6 medium lemons3 large eggs4 large egg yolks1/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt, use half as much by volume; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (2 1/2 ounces; 70g), softened

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11m

This quick and easy lemon curd recipe combines fresh lemon zest, juice, sugar, eggs, and butter to create a smooth and tangy spread. Perfect for topping scones, filling tarts, or adding a zesty twist to desserts, this citrusy curd comes together in no time for a burst of flavor.

Lemon Curd

Lemon Curd Recipe

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Servings: 2

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1/3 cup lemon zest (1 ounce; 28g) from 6 medium lemons3/4 cup granulated sugar (5 1/4 ounces; 150g)1 cup lemon juice from 6 medium lemons3 large eggs4 large egg yolks1/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt, use half as much by volume

5 tablespoons unsalted butter (2 1/2 ounces; 70g), softened

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

178kcal

8%
Fat

6g

0%
Saturated Fat

3g

0%
Carbohydrates

29g

1%
Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

26g

1%
Protein

2g

0%
Cholesterol

133mg

6%
Sodium

71mg

3%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Quick and Easy Lemon Curd

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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