Lemon Custard Filling

Lemon Custard Filling

This lemon custard recipe is easy to make at home. It's deliciously sweet and tart and makes the perfect filling for cakes and mini pie shells.

Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
70 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until sugar is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 2
Whisk water and egg yolks together in a small bowl; pour into sugar the mixture, whisking until fully incorporated. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from the heat and stir in lemon juice and butter until incorporated. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit until completely cooled.
Lemon Custard Filling
Lemon Custard Filling
Lemon Custard Filling
Lemon Custard Filling

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup water
  • 0.5 cup white sugar
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch
  • 0.33300000429153 cup lemon juice

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