Chef John's Lighter Lemon Curd

This healthy lemon curd is Chef John's lighter version of lemon curd that retains all the lemony goodness while cutting down the calories and fat.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 225 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature - cut into 1-tablespoon chunks
• 0.75 cup white sugar
• 0.66666668653488 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1.5 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Fill a saucepan with water several inches deep and place over medium heat; bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

Step 2

Place eggs into a metal mixing bowl; add sugar and lemon juice. Place the bowl over the saucepan with simmering water; whisk continuously until mixture foams and becomes thick, hot, and smooth, 8 to 10 minutes.

Step 3

Remove from heat; whisk in butter and lemon zest. Continue whisking until butter melts and incorporates into lemon curd.

Step 4

Press plastic wrap onto the curd's surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate until chilled and set, about 1 hour. Stir before serving.