Here’s a classic homemade Lemon Curd recipe – smooth, buttery, and bursting with bright lemon flavor! ✨

 Homemade Lemon Curd Recipe

Ingredients

• ½ cup (120 ml) fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (finely grated, from about 1–2 lemons)
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

Instructions

1. Prepare a Double Boiler

• Fill a saucepan with a couple of inches of water and bring it to a gentle simmer.
• Place a heatproof bowl on top (without touching the water).

2. Mix the Base

• In the bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.

3. Cook Slowly

• Whisk constantly over medium-low heat until the mixture thickens, about 7–10 minutes.
• You’ll know it’s ready when it coats the back of a spoon.

4. Add Butter

• Remove from heat and whisk in the butter cubes one at a time until silky and smooth.

5. Strain (Optional but Recommended)

• Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove zest and any cooked egg bits.

6. Chill & Store

• Cover with plastic wrap pressed against the surface (to prevent a skin).
• Refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours until fully set.

 Serving Ideas

• Spread on toast, scones, or muffins.
• Fill cupcakes, tarts, or crepes.
• Swirl into yogurt or cheesecake.

 Do you want me to also write a quick microwave version of lemon curd (ready in under 5 minutes) for busy days?