Lemon Curd Recipe
Recipe: https://recipestripper.com/recipes/d78dcac1-369b-466f-a030-37feec1fd169
Original source: https://sugarspunrun.com/lemon-curd-recipe/
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How to make the perfect homemade Lemon Curd Recipe! This recipe makes a tart curd that's perfect for using as a filling or spread! Includes how-to video!
Yield: 13
Prep time: PT15M
Cook time: PT10M
Total time: PT145M

Ingredients
- 6  large egg yolks¹
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice²
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cut into 8 pieces)
- 2 Tablespoons lemon zest³

Instructions
1. Combine egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a non-reactive medium-sized saucepan (see note). Whisk until well-combined.
2. Transfer to stovetop over low/medium-low heat and add butter and lemon zest.
3. Cook, stirring constantly (do not let the curd boil) until thickened and it coats the back of a spoon (see video below if a visual is helpful to you). I also like to use an instant read thermometer to check that the curd reaches 160F (to ensure eggs are cooked all the way through).
4. Remove from heat and pour through a fine mesh strainer into a heat-proof bowl.
5. Cover with plastic wrap touching the surface of the lemon curd to avoid a skin forming. Allow to cool to room temperature for 20-30 minutes then transfer to the refrigerator or divide into serving jars. Chill for several hours then use as desired.