Mixed Citrus Curd

This citrus curd is a great filling for all types of cakes. I love this one in a wedding cake that I make that uses poppy seeds, lemon, lime and orange zest in the batter. If you use a cream cheese frosting, it's just about perfect. You can also serve it with fresh British scones.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 142 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 3 large eggs
• ⅓ cup fresh orange juice
• ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
• ⅓ cup fresh lime juice
• 2 pinches salt
• 1 tablespoon lime zest
• ½ cup unsalted butter, cut into chunks

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place sugar, butter, eggs, juices, zests, and salt in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook, whisking constantly, until curd starts to bubble and thicken, and can coat the back of a wooden spoon, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and pour into a bowl. Place a piece of plastic wrap over the surface to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 2

Refrigerate curd until set, 2 to 3 hours.