How to Make Lemon Curd

An easy recipe for PERFECT Lemon Curd!
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Ingredients
6 large egg yolks
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice¹ 120ml
3/4 cup granulated sugar 150g
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter cut into 8 pieces (113g)
2 Tablespoons lemon zest²
Instructions
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Combine eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a medium-sized saucepan. Whisk until well-combined. Transfer to stovetop over low/medium-low heat and add butter and lemon zest.
01:39 Cook stirring constantly (do not let the mixture boil) until thickened and mixture reaches 160F (to make sure eggs are cooked all the way through).
02:31 Remove from heat and pour through a fine mesh strainer into a container.
03:01 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. Chill for several hours then use as desired.
Notes
¹This took 3 whole lemons for me
²Zest the lemon before squeezing, it's much easier that way than trying to zest an empty lemon skin. Be sure to avoid the bitter white pith when zesting (don't grate all the way down to the actual lemon!)
How to Store
This homemade Lemon Curd will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
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[@Miss-ye3ds]

I’ve made this twice and it’s wonderful! Thank you ❤

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad you've enjoyed it so much! :)

[@micheles501]

Can’t wait to try this! Thank you for this informative video!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re welcome! Enjoy!

[@estherng6496]

Thank you for your recipe and tips 🙏♥️♥️♥️

[@eldridgesmart5516]

WOW! Simple & easy. Thanks so much for the video 👍🏾👍🏾.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Enjoy! 😊

[@lizgutierrrez400]

This is the easiest and best recipe for lemon curd. Thank you!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it so much! ☺️

[@Divinelight88]

Simple and delicious recipe! Perfect for summer!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! 😊😊

[@jimbomc4439]

Great job as usual !

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thanks so much 😊

[@francesmorgan6397]

This sounds delicious

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@jesusvaldez9664]

Love your recipe.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much 😊

[@yunaaher]

i made this lemon curd for the first time last night..currently eating it from the jar 😅 i put half the sugar but it was still really sweet - i think it's bc the lemons from my backyard are super sweet!! nevertheless I'm really enjoying it 😍😍 thanks for this lovely recipe ♡♡♡

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! I am so glad you enjoyed it so much! I wish I could have fresh lemons from my backyard. That would be awesome! ☺

[@Alycanj]

Thank you Sam, another winner ')

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@Sarah-ff2kf]

This is AMAZING! I’ve made the curd so I can use it in your vanilla cake recipe on Saturday. Can’t wait! 🤤🤤🤤

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love the cake too! :)

[@mvb33]

Mmm I’m certainly making that this coming weekend

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! 😊

[@clairenolan4196]

Thank you for the recipe! I just made it and can't wait to try it once it cools down. Very easy to follow your instructions. I'll look through your other videos too!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I hope you love it! :)

[@clairenolan4196]

@@SugarSpunRun It's delicious!

[@sharonhorning1410]

Was very easy to make and delicious!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yay! Thanks for trying my recipe ❤️

[@shiniemi2754]

Thank you for a great video! The instructions are very clear and simple, so it’s easy to follow and remember the steps! Awesome recipe 😋👌

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! 😊

[@dannyboi4027]

hi

[@dannyboi4027]

hi

[@AmericanBaker]

Yum! I love lemon curd. ❤

[@SugarSpunRun]

It's a great addition to so many things!

[@primaveracero2010]

Your recipes never disappoint 🥰

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! 💜

[@terrytawhai2886]

Thank you sooo much i love this recipe ive always wanted to learn how to make lemon curd...a massive thanks to you God bless

[@terrytawhai2886]

My 5 year old son would absolutely love this😁

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@williamberry4597]

This is great on toast for breakfast. Great video 👍

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@gypsygirl731]

👍I made this and put it on ricotta cheese for a dessert and now it’s a breakfast for me

[@jmichel70]

Thanks

[@SugarSpunRun]

Enjoy! 😊

[@shar-lene]

Thank you for the video. This came out so good. 😋 Yum

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re welcome!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!! 😊

[@dannyboi4027]

hi

[@dannyboi4027]

hi

[@BakingWithCharlayne]

Nice Lemon 🍋 Curd Recipe!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@MrGorgolo]

Love that enameled pot

[@shundakm]

Just bright & beautiful and I love lemon curd so much but I’ve always been so intimidated to make it myself but I just got some lemons from my mom that I really need to use so what the heck or why not. TYSM

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@AA-bx5zx]

You remind me of "Clarissa Explains it All". Thanks for a very descriptive explanation on important techniques.

[@AA-bx5zx]

I loved Clarissa explains it all... btw :)

[@SugarSpunRun]

I've never heard of her I will have to check it out. I'm glad you enjoy the videos. ☺️

[@janiecarroll6988]

HI sam looks so good. Thanks for sharing. Can you please tell me about how much this makes? Thank you

[@SugarSpunRun]

This makes about 13oz. :)

[@mariangies]

Amazing! sounds delish! Can’t wait to make this and your cake. Question. You don’t add cornstarch ? I was under the impression that curd was made using cornstarch. Will be waiting for an answer. Thank you! X

[@SugarSpunRun]

Nope, no cornstarch here 😊

[@mystiquerose620]

Looks really good..ive heard of this..but what is this used for usually plz.?thanks

[@SugarSpunRun]

I have a pretty big list in my blog post about the many different uses for it. 😀 sugarspunrun.com/lemon-curd-recipe/

[@adelaolivero9966]

Sorry, another question: Can you substitute the sugar with honey? Txs

[@Maddie-jw6st]

Can you do a vanilla frosting recipe? I'm trying to find a good one

[@SugarSpunRun]

I actually have one. I only have a Facebook style video for it, but here is the link to my page: sugarspunrun.com/vanilla-frosting-recipe/

[@lusiscus]

Thank you. Do you know how long it lasts in the fridge?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Up to 2 weeks in an air tight container. :)

[@joanwharff6483]

Fresh Lemon Curd on yummy Orange-Cranberry Scones & a nice cuppa 🙃‼️

[@SugarSpunRun]

Oh yes! So good ❤

[@adelaolivero9966]

How long can it stay in the fridge? Thank you for sharing

[@SugarSpunRun]

It will last a week or so unless you go through the process of canning it. 😃

[@latreeshayoung116]

Hello, Thank you for the great video. I made the lemon curd and I triple the ingredients. It taste good but when I placed it in the refrigerator for like 6 hours it’s still runny but taste good. Is there anything I can do to stiffen it up. Again I tripled the ingredients. I hope I was able to do so 😊

[@SugarSpunRun]

Oh no! I'm so sorry to hear that! It may have just needed to cook a little bit longer. I'm not sure if you could reheat it, but it could be worth a shot. It might curdle it though.

[@nadanalia3000]

Can we replace the lemons with limes? Thank you!

[@SugarSpunRun]

That should work just fine here. 😊

[@suescookery4881]

Hi Sam...Can I add a bit of corn starch to make a bit thicker as I would like to add it to my buttercream? If yes. how much cornstarch would you recommend?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hi Sue! You could, but it thickens significantly as it cools. I think you'd be fine without it! 🙂

[@suescookery4881]

@@SugarSpunRun Thank you so much.

[@janiecarroll6988]

HI sam can you double this or is it better to make 2 batches? Thanks so much.

[@SugarSpunRun]

You could make this in a double batch without issues. :)

[@janiecarroll6988]

Thank you so much

[@lizap16]

Best way to eat lemon curd is straight from the jar! When making recipes that only use half an egg (like lemon curd with just the yolk, or macarons with just the white), do you bake something else simultaneously to use up the rest of the egg, or just discard it? Or can the yolk/white be refrigerated until a later time?

[@SugarSpunRun]

It is soooo good straight from the jar. I know some people save their egg whites. I’m not sure how they long they would be ok to keep though. Personally my extras go to my 4 legged friends. 😊

[@oAgL214]

I know I'm 2 years late but I do my egg whites with sauteed spinach and onions for breakfast. Yes you can store them but I wouldn't recommend refrigerating longer than 2 days. The taste changes.

[@pegberthold3988]

You can make baked meringue cookies.

[@loriki8766]

I know I'm 4 years late to the party but maybe will help someone else. I make homemade macarons with the whites and curd with the yolks. If you're not fussy about perfect macarons then they're easy to make - they're still delicious if they crack or are not perfectly shaped.

[@stephaniemiller8229]

Can this curd be used as filling for a lemon meringue pie? Can I double the recipe? 🍋

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm not sure how it would go for a lemon meringue pie. It would be pretty tart, but you can double the recipe. :)

[@manilabaycondo]

Can you give me recipe for the egg white?

[@SugarSpunRun]

You can make meringues, my funfetti cake, my angel food cake, I see you have found my lemon cake that uses just egg whites. I hope one of these will work for you. :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnKaaY2ggbZpj9U sugarspunrun.com/funfetti-cake-scratch/ kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKKQe6yOoL-Hlc0

[@stars.scars.]

my curd didnt set can it be re cooked and will it thicken then

[@SugarSpunRun]

Unfortunately I'm not sure how that will work. :(

[@stars.scars.]

@Sugar Spun Run it actually worked out great

[@robnelms1418]

Do you have to use butter? Seems like I used it when I made curd once and it was too buttery. It lost it's "fruity" flavor.

[@SugarSpunRun]

This lemon curd is still tart and very lemony, even with the butter. I suggest you give my recipe a try! 😊

[@ruthstellatella242]

What is the difference between lemon curd and lemon pudding?

[@SugarSpunRun]

It has to do with the way that it is thickened and the ingredients used. The eggs are the thickener here in the curd, but in puddings, typically, cornstarch is used as the thickener. Curd is going to be a bit tangy while your pudding is typically going to be sweeter. :)

[@loud_and_proud_trini]

Tried making curd for the first time and it has this metallic taste, what did I do wrong? Help!!! Can it be fixed? All advice is accepted 🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@SugarSpunRun]

O no! I’m not sure it can be fixed. If you let it cool in the saucepan this can happen if your pot is reactive. 😔

[@johndougal6298]

@2:52 did she said "I'm going to dis'CURD this"? Power move if you ask me :)

[@hafsahanwar4990]

6 egg yolks?!? Would it affect it too much to add less egg?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Absolutely. It will not turn out properly

[@hafsahanwar4990]

Ok thanks! I don't know much about baking and I just got into it 😅 But your recipes are amazing 😃

[@owatagi]

I’m gonna make a lemon pound cake and stuff it with your curd

[@SugarSpunRun]

That sounds awesome! 😊

[@giselamartinez1858]

I made this today but for some reason it tastes very eggy 😫

[@SugarSpunRun]

Oh no! The eggs can get a scrambled flavor if the curd is heated over too high of a temperature or too quickly 🙁

[@shenbarrett6037]

Can it still be use​@@SugarSpunRun

[@shenbarrett6037]

​@@SugarSpunRun maked the curd earlier however it came out smelling eggy can it still be used for my lemon cake

[@adelaolivero9966]

Sorry, another question: Can you substitute the sugar with honey? Txs

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hmm I haven't tried it. Honey can burn easily when cooking so that would be my only concern. If you do try it I would love to know how it goes. 😃