You’re spooning a bright, golden-yellow spread onto a warm scone, and the tart-sweet flavor of fresh lemons melts in your mouth. It’s rich, creamy, and absolutely bursting with citrusy goodness. Whether you’re drizzling it over pancakes, layering it in cakes, or just eating it straight from the jar (no judgment here), this homemade lemon curd will quickly become a kitchen staple!
Why This Lemon Curd Will Be Your New Favorite
- Bright, Fresh Lemon Flavor – Tastes like sunshine in a jar!
- Super Creamy & Smooth – No weird chunks, just velvety goodness.
- Quick & Easy to Make – Only 5 simple ingredients and about 10 minutes of cooking.
- Endless Uses – Spread it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or use it as a cake filling.
🕒 Prep Time: 5 min
🔥 Cook Time: 10 min
⏳ Total Time: 15 min
🍋 Servings: About 1 ½ cups
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into small cubes)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Whisk the Base
In a heatproof bowl, whisk together lemon juice, zest, sugar, and egg yolks until fully combined.
2️⃣ Cook Until Thick
- Place the bowl over a simmering pot of water (double boiler style).
- Whisk constantly for 8–10 minutes until it thickens. (It should coat the back of a spoon.)
3️⃣ Add the Butter
- Remove from heat and whisk in the butter cubes one at a time.
- Stir until smooth and creamy.
4️⃣ Strain for Perfection
For an extra silky texture, strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve to catch any zest or egg bits.
5️⃣ Cool & Store
- Pour into a clean jar and let it cool.
- Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks (if you don’t eat it all before then!).
How to Use Your Lemon Curd 🍋
- Spread it on toast, scones, or pancakes.
- Fill cupcakes, cakes, or tarts with it.
- Swirl into Greek yogurt or oatmeal for a tangy kick.
- Drizzle over vanilla ice cream or cheesecake.
- Mix into whipped cream for an easy lemon mousse.
You’ve Got This, Mama!
Homemade lemon curd is so easy and tastes way better than store-bought. Once you make a batch, you’ll be finding excuses to spread it on everything! Go grab those lemons, and let’s get whisking! 🍋
