lemon curd recipe

Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for lemon curd:

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 1/2 cup (120ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cubed

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Zest and juice the lemons. Cut the butter into small cubes.
2. Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
3. Add Lemon Zest and Juice: Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the egg mixture and whisk until combined.
4. Cook Over Double Boiler: Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, making sure the water doesn’t touch the bottom of the bowl (double boiler). Stir constantly with a whisk until the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes. It should coat the back of a spoon.
5. Add Butter: Once thickened, remove the bowl from the heat and add the cubed butter. Stir until the butter is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
6. Strain (Optional): If desired, strain the lemon curd through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any bits of cooked egg or lemon zest.
7. Cool and Store: Let the lemon curd cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a clean jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Enjoy your homemade lemon curd on toast, scones, pancakes, or as a filling for cakes and tarts!