How to Make Lemon Curd

An easy recipe for PERFECT Lemon Curd!

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Ingredients
6 large egg yolks
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice¹ 120ml
3/4 cup granulated sugar 150g
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter cut into 8 pieces (113g)
2 Tablespoons lemon zest²

Instructions
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Combine eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a medium-sized saucepan. Whisk until well-combined. Transfer to stovetop over low/medium-low heat and add butter and lemon zest.
01:39 Cook stirring constantly (do not let the mixture boil) until thickened and mixture reaches 160F (to make sure eggs are cooked all the way through).
02:31 Remove from heat and pour through a fine mesh strainer into a container.
03:01 Cover with plastic wrap touching the surface of the lemon curd to avoid a skin forming. Allow to cool to room temperature for 20-30 minutes then transfer to the refrigerator. Chill for several hours then use as desired.

Notes
¹This took 3 whole lemons for me
²Zest the lemon before squeezing, it's much easier that way than trying to zest an empty lemon skin. Be sure to avoid the bitter white pith when zesting (don't grate all the way down to the actual lemon!)
How to Store
This homemade Lemon Curd will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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[lizgutierrrez]

This is the easiest and best recipe for lemon curd. Thank you!

[Miss-yeds]

I’ve made this twice and it’s wonderful! Thank you ❤

[yunaaher]

i made this lemon curd for the first time last night..currently eating it from the jar 😅 i put half the sugar but it was still really sweet - i think it's bc the lemons from my backyard are super sweet!! nevertheless I'm really enjoying it 😍😍 thanks for this lovely recipe ♡♡♡

[clairenolan]

Thank you for the recipe! I just made it and can't wait to try it once it cools down. Very easy to follow your instructions. I'll look through your other videos too!

[shiniemi]

Thank you for a great video! The instructions are very clear and simple, so it’s easy to follow and remember the steps! Awesome recipe 😋👌

[gypsygirl]

👍I made this and put it on ricotta cheese for a dessert and now it’s a breakfast for me

[shundakm]

Just bright & beautiful and I love lemon curd so much but I’ve always been so intimidated to make it myself but I just got some lemons from my mom that I really need to use so what the heck or why not. TYSM

[terrytawhai]

Thank you sooo much i love this recipe ive always wanted to learn how to make lemon curd...a massive thanks to you God bless

[Sarah-ffkf]

This is AMAZING! I’ve made the curd so I can use it in your vanilla cake recipe on Saturday. Can’t wait! 🤤🤤🤤

[micheles]

Can’t wait to try this! Thank you for this informative video!

[mvb]

Mmm I’m certainly making that this coming weekend

[janiecarroll]

HI sam looks so good. Thanks for sharing. Can you please tell me about how much this makes? Thank you

[eldridgesmart]

WOW! Simple & easy. Thanks so much for the video 👍🏾👍🏾.

[lusiscus]

Thank you. Do you know how long it lasts in the fridge?

[AA-bxzx]

You remind me of "Clarissa Explains it All". Thanks for a very descriptive explanation on important techniques.

[Maddie-jwst]

Can you do a vanilla frosting recipe? I'm trying to find a good one

[Divinelight]

Simple and delicious recipe! Perfect for summer!

[estherng]

Thank you for your recipe and tips 🙏♥️♥️♥️

[williamberry]

This is great on toast for breakfast. Great video 👍

[mariangies]

Amazing! sounds delish! Can’t wait to make this and your cake. Question. You don’t add cornstarch ? I was under the impression that curd was made using cornstarch. Will be waiting for an answer. Thank you! X