Best 4 Lighter Lemon Lime Curd No Butter Recipes
Lemon lime curd is a delicious, versatile treat that can be enjoyed on its own or used as an ingredient in other dishes. However, traditional lemon lime curd recipes often call for large amounts of butter, which can make it unhealthy and high in calories. Here we will provide you with some fantastic recipes for lighter lemon lime curd that use healthier alternatives to butter, such as Greek yogurt, avocado, or coconut oil.
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LIGHTER LEMON - LIME CURD (NO BUTTER)
I love lemon curd or lemon butter as we call it here in Oz but it's quite fattening so I went searching for a lighter version and found this on a website called Bakingsheet. Recipe can easily be increased.
Provided by Mandy
Categories Lemon
Time 11m
Yield 2/3 cup, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small sauce pan, over medium heat, dissolve sugar into lemon juice. Add zest.
- Lightly beat egg in a small/medium bowl. Whisking constantly, slowly pour lemon/sugar syrup into the egg. Beat for 2 minutes (only 1 if you're using a mixer), then transfer back into the saucepan.
- Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until it just starts to bubble at the edges. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Transfer to a small container and store in the fridge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 18.2, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 16.4, Protein 1.6
LEMON CURD (WITHOUT BUTTER)
Make and share this Lemon Curd (Without Butter) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chickee
Categories Healthy
Time 20m
Yield 2 jars
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash lemons carefully and zest, by taking care not to get the white pith. Juice the lemons.
- Put the zest into a pan, add the cornflour mixed with lemon juice. Add the sugar.
- Whisk lightly over a slow heat until dissolved.
- Beat eggs, and then add to the lemon mix, continuously whisking.
- Turn up the temperature a little and whisk continually until the mixture thickens (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove from heat then pour directly into jam jars. After they have cooled, refrigerate.
CHEF JOHN'S LIGHTER LEMON CURD
This has all the rich lemony goodness of regular lemon curd with fewer calories and a little less fat. Use it for lemon tarts, on pancakes, or a filling for layer cakes.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Desserts Fillings Fruit Fillings
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place a saucepan containing several inches of water over medium heat and bring water to a simmer.
- Place eggs into a metal mixing bowl and add sugar and lemon juice. Place bowl over pan containing simmering water and whisk continuously until mixture foams and becomes thick, hot, and smooth, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat; whisk in lemon zest and unsalted butter. Continue whisking constantly until butter melts and incorporates into the lemon curd. Cover bowl with plastic wrap, pushing the plastic wrap onto the surface of the lemon curd. Refrigerate until chilled and lemon curd has set up, at least 1 hour. Stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 118.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 36.7 mg, Sugar 25.9 g
LEMON LIME CURD
Categories Citrus Egg Dessert Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free Winter Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan whisk together the sugar, the whole eggs, the yolks, the juices, and the zests and cook the mixture over moderately low heat, whisking, until the sugar is dissolved. Add the butter, cook the mixture over low heat, whisking, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until it registers 160°F. on a candy thermometer, and transfer it to glass jars. The curd keep, covered and chilled, for 2 weeks. Serve the curd as a spread with sweet breads.
Tips:
- For a smoother curd, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve before using.
- Use fresh lemon and lime juice for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a double boiler, you can create one by placing a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water.
- Be careful not to overcook the curd, as it can curdle.
- Store the curd in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
This lighter lemon-lime curd is a delicious and versatile recipe that can be used in a variety of ways. It's perfect for spreading on toast or scones, using as a filling for tarts or cakes, or even as a glaze for grilled chicken or fish. The curd is also a good source of vitamin C and calcium. So, next time you're looking for a sweet and tangy treat, give this lighter lemon-lime curd a try.
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