Best 4 Luscious Lemon Curd Recipes

LUSCIOUS LEMON CURD

Steps:

• Combine sugar and egg yolks in a medium sized pan.
• Stir in the lemon juice gradually and cook over a low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture coats the back of your spoon and registers 168 degrees on a candy thermometer.
• Do not let this mixture boil.
• Remove mixture from the heat, and wisk until it is slightly cooled.
• Stir in the butter and grated lemon zest.
• Cool completely and place in jars for yourself and gift giving.

PERFECT LEMON CURD

Steps:

• In a 2 quart saucepan, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, eggs, and butter. Cook over medium-low heat until thick enough to hold marks from whisk, and first bubble appears on surface, about 6 minutes.

LUSCIOUS LEMON CURD

Steps:

• Whisk the sugar and eggs in a heavy saucepan; whisk in remaining ingredients.
• Over medium-low heat, stir constantly until the curd thickens and a bubble or two pops at the surface, 8-10 minutes. DON'T LET IT BOIL!
• Immediately scrape the curd into a heatproof container or canning jars. Press plastic wrap against the surface to create a seal. Cover, let cool, and then refrigerate until needed.
• Must use within three weeks.

CLASSIC LEMON CURD

Steps:

• Place the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, lemon rind and lemon juice in a medium bowl and whisk to combine.
• Transfer the mixture to a large saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved.
• Reduce the heat to low and add the butter, 3 pieces at a time, stirring continuously until melted.
• Cook, stirring constantly, for a further 4-6 minutes or until the curd has thickened and coats the back of a spoon.
• Immediately strain into a heatproof bowl, discarding any solids. Allow to cool slightly and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.