Lemon Curd

This easy homemade lemon curd needs only four ingredients and has all the tangy, sweet, bright and delicious flavor you could ever ask for! It's perfect in cakes, cupcakes, on scones, toast, mixed into whipped cream, and straight from the spoon!

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[themidnighttruthseeker]

"Sunshine in a jar", you are sunshine in a person John. Thank you.😊

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[malinailies]

Finally, someone who gives the quantities in grams also! Not the cups… thank you! Greetings from Europe.

[joemechanic]

I made this. On a scale of 1 to 10, this is an 11! Wife's taste buds are messed up due to chemo but this on toast is her go-to now! Discovered I had a knack for baking during Covid and finding this channel has really perpetuated my newfound hobby. Really easy to follow step-by-step instructions and awesome recipes! Please keep posting.

[rishamayoux]

Don’t mind me just commenting to not have to watch the whole thing every time…

Ingrédients :
200g sugar (1cup)
2-3 lemon zest
100ml lemon juice (1/2 cup)
6egg yolk
113g butter (1/2 cup)

Recipe:
-in a food processor mix the sugar and lemon zest.
-press the lemons
-in a pot wisk the yolks and sugar
-add the lemon just and wisk.
-on low heat wisk until it tickens.
-remove from heat and add the cold butter. Mix well.
-strain and let the curd cool down.

[luiss]

im just super freaking glad that someone shares the exact same level of enthusiasm as i do when talking about lemons, lemon flavor, lemon squares, lemon everything.

[snapslav]

"If a recipe doesn't have vanilla in it, it's gonna have lemon. That's how it works."
Good rule to go by!

[dragon_empress_]

I mix lemon curd into cheesecake filling. Tons of lemon flavour, no chance of curdling your mixture. This is an upgrade on my current lemon curd recipe. Thanks John!!

[traumaisbest]

I made a triple batch of your lemon curd. I did not strain the zest. Wonderfully tart and good by itself on a spoon. I had this idea to make a lemon curd cheesecake. Using lemon wafers (similar to vanilla wafers) for the crust, I topped with my favorite creamy cheese cake batter and swirled in tablespoons of the curd. Incredible taste. The lemon wafer crust is subtle and complemented by the creamy cheese cake and tart curd. I am now on the third lemon curd cheesecake. One I took to work, one for my daughters birthday and one for my wife and I to enjoy. Still have lemon curd left over. Thanks. Enjoy the videos, bloopers, and energy you bring when preparing your favorite dishes.

[christaknepp]

John, I ALWAYS use your recipes and they have NEVER failed me. First time cheesecake with your guidance: perfect. First time macarons: perfect. Lemon curd, Italian merengue, etc. All perfect thanks to your recipes and tips! I am truly becoming an amazing Baker thanks to you!

[zairazaira_]

I think we all need your mother’s lemon cake recipe, John!

[jazzman-tggk]

I love how he never talks about the virus, and just has a smile on his face! Thank you for taking our mind if what’s happening in the world right now! 🙃

[hannahofhorror]

I love a bit of lemon curd swirled with authentic Greek yoghurt and sometimes some chopped fruit, and a light breakfast or a snack. The sweetness and brightness pairs really well with the tanginess and creaminess of the yoghurt. I know not everyone likes Greek yoghurt but if you do, I recommend it :)

[xxx-ieic]

Hi! Wanted to let you know I made this recipe as an amateur baker and it turned out amazing. I made it as a very special part of my grandpa's 70th birthday cake. :) I made a vanilla cake with this curd in the middle. It was so yummy! My grandpa isn't easy to impress, but he LOVED it. Thank you for this recipe! <33

[rosacastro]

I tried the lemon curd today, omg the recipe came out perfectly smooth. I made it so I can use it on a cheesecake I made. I did sample the lemon curd and it was like velvet waves dancing in my mouth. A perfect balance between tangy and sweetness. I can see topping off a nice vanilla ice cream or a simple butter pound cake or a scone. YUM!, You rock

[melissahagen]

I made this curd and added it to a batch of Swiss meringue buttercream and it was lemony silk 🤤 Your recipes are sheer perfection. Thank you for sharing them with us!🙏🏼♥️♥️♥️

[sarahhuggett]

This lemon curd was PERFECTION! I found myself sneaking some out of the fridge a few times a day until it was gone. Will make again for sure!

[jeffrapayne]

I am so excited for this recipe John. So far, everything I've made from your recipes has been a hit. I made the fish tacos last week and 3 out of my 5 kids on the autism spectrum loved them. (That's a MAJOR compliment from the pickiest eaters on the planet btw 😉) They all love lemons, so this will be another great one to try. Thanks John!!

[vacheinfocus]

I made this lemon curd recipe this morning for my lemon cheesecake and it is spectacular. Processing the sugar and zest is an absolute game changer! It took some time to get the curd to thicken on the stove, but some whisk whisk whisk and it all came together well. Good stuff! Thank you!

[springwishes]

I made this today, I only added half of the butter and it still taste amazing. This is the first lemon curd recipe that did not scrambled my eggs. Awesome recipe!