Chef John's Lighter Lemon Curd

Chef John's Lighter Lemon Curd

Chef John's lighter lemon curd recipe is a healthier version of lemon curd that retains all the lemony goodness while cutting down on fat and calories.

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Remove from heat; whisk in butter and lemon zest. Continue whisking until butter melts and incorporates into lemon curd.
Step 2
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.
Step 3
Heat a saucepan with several inches water over medium heat; bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Step 4
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, then becomes thick, hot, and smooth, 8 to 10 minutes.

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

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