Description
A smooth, tangy, and sweet lemon curd perfect for spreading on toast, filling pastries, or topping desserts.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until smooth.
- Add lemon juice and zest, then cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in butter until fully melted and incorporated. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.