Lemon Curd 🍋 Perfect filling for cakes / cupcakes / desserts!

RECIPE: cakesbymk.com/recipe/lemon-curd/
Lemon curd is one of my favourite fillings for cakes and cupcakes, and is just a great all around dessert (and toast) topping! My lemon curd recipe is super tart, creamy and has the most dreamy melt in your mouth texture!
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INGREDIENTS:
- 3 egg yolks
- 2 whole eggs
- 3/4 cup (150g) sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2/3 cup (153g) fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
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[@Tolifewithlove5684]

You are my most favourite online cake tutor. May Almighty Allah bless you and grant you speed recovery. Loadz of love from 🇱🇰

[@CakesbyMK]

Awww thank you so much Raihana that really means a lot :D Much love from NZ to Sri Lanka xx

[@ebby1283]

I don't really bake but I subscribed anyway because I've never seen a hijabi with a Kiwi accent. The growth of the Ummah has no limits

[@loveystar78cloud46]

This lemon curd recipe is heavenly. Seriously, it's better than anything I've ever bought from a store or ordered online. And it was so easy.

[@CakesbyMK]

Aww yay! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed the lemon curd and found it easy to make :D if you manage to find a spare minute I'd be so so grateful if you can kindly leave a review on my blog, it really helps my content reach more people :) thanks so much again for trying the recipe! :D

[@ojimbavivian1928]

Since i found your channel all my recipes have tasted much better, God continue to bless you and strengthen you.

[@rebeccabuck8716]

I just made your lemon curd and for the First time I was successful 🎉 Thank you so much

[@ItsJustMe-nq1dg]

I do want to try this. I am a homemaker and just starting with fillings. Thank you so much.

[@mariselabustillos9832]

So delicious and thank you for sharing, I can just eat this alone 🤤🤍

[@sheetalsamji5388]

Beautiful recipe and thank you for sharing your lovely recipe stay away blessed .😘😘

[@asugarholicslife]

I've never actually made lemon curd. It looks very easy and I look forward to putting that in a future cake recipe!!

[@CakesbyMK]

It's super easy! Hope you enjoy the recipe :D

[@alanhurite8554]

I tried this recipe and it came out AWESOME. Thank you so much!!!

[@CakesbyMK]

So so happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe Alan! :D If you manage to find a spare minute I'd be so so grateful if you kindly leave a review on my blog, it really helps my content reach more people :D thanks so much again for trying the recipe :)

[@sumayaachieng5255]

It came out perfect 🎉🎉❤❤

[@leinaala48]

Just made this. I had some Meyer lemons and decided to make your lemon curd. Its delicious! Thank you.

[@CakesbyMK]

Awesome! So happy to hear you enjoyed it Charlene :D if you manage to find a spare minute I'd be so so grateful if you can kindly leave a review on my blog, it really helps my content reach more people :) thanks so much again for trying the recipe :D

[@margrietbarsati1939]

Looks yummy tnx for sharing 😊

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I just love yiu honestly

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[@CakesbyMK]

Hi Sandra! Thank you so much for your lovely comment it really means a lot :D I'm sorry to hear about your arthritis too! It definitely took some adjusting for me and I'm still figuring out ways to make it easier on my body, but am slowly getting there. Thank you so much for your love and support and wishing you ease with your arthritis :)

[@chunyarae4349]

Thank you, look delicious.😊😊

[@CakesbyMK]

Thanks so much :D

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[@yandz5623]

Hi MK I wish you feel better now toward your health issue❤️ What kind of pots are best? Is stainless steel good for this purpose? Thank you so much ❤️❤️

[@situmbekonyambe6083]

This is amazingly delicious I got it on the first attempt 😊 you are the best ❤

[@CakesbyMK]

Yayy so so happy to hear that Situmbeko :D If you manage to find a spare minute I'd be so happy if you can kindly leave a review for this recipe on my blog :D thanks so much!

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Greetings from Clovis, California USA 🇺🇸. You are so fun to watch. I really enjoy your channel and am praying that you're feeling well. Take care of yourself and thank you for the great videos.

[@CakesbyMK]

Thank you so much for your wonderful message! :D so happy to hear you're enjoying the content and really appreciate all the love and support. Much love from NZ to California :D

[@deborahcharakupa1931]

Thank you for the awesome video. Lemon curd is my favourite cake filling, but I always use storebought. Your video makes it look very easy to make, and I'm definitely gonna try it. Thanks again. Love from Zimbabwe

[@CakesbyMK]

You're most welcome! Hope you enjoy the recipe :D much love from New Zealand to Zimbabwe :)

[@lorrainehicks9172]

You with the egg mishaps just brightened what was a depressing morning. I admire how you don't let a painful illness stop you from doing what you love. I love lemons but don't ever remember having it as a curd. Is it the same as the filling in a lemon meringue pie? Thank you for sharing and keep on caking 💜

[@CakesbyMK]

Haha awww I'm glad it cheered you up :) :) and I'm not too sure if this is the typical filling for lemon meringue pie but you can definitely use it for that :D

[@lorrainehicks9172]

Thank you. That helps me a lot.

[@azraehsan6664]

JazakAllah khair for sharing yummy lemon curd recipe Would you like to share how to make it stable for piping or frosting pls Thanks

[@faithbisach669]

The way I throw York's.... thanks so much

[@CakesbyMK]

You're welcome! :D

[@ummmaryam1722]

Aswb jazakillahu kheir ameen sis for your tips .May Allah bless you ameen

[@CakesbyMK]

Wassalaam! No problem sis :D I wish the same duas for you xx

[@gentledesire130]

Perfect! But can I use just egg yolk(without the egg white) and also can I add cornstarch?

[@salihaxain]

Please share orange curd for cake❤

[@nuraanhansen8344]

Shukron for sharing

[@Kohcee]

Hi MK. I’m so happy to bump into your video. I wanted to ask, can I substitute salted butter with unsalted butter?

[@doreenrod]

How long can the lemon curd last in the fridge?

[@erahuq9813]

Hi lovely lady..tell me about it’s shelf life pls.how long can it be stored in the refrigerator

[@Reinolds_Recipes]

Love it! You deserve more subscribers… I am one for sure 🙏

[@CakesbyMK]

Aww thanks so much really appreciate that :D

[@pigvalve9885]

What kind of non metal pot do you suggest?

[@michechemicheche9526]

How do I preserve it.. can be refrigerated?

[@sadiaafreenohi7407]

Hi,can i use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?

[@jannizasim3860]

Can I put this as filling in Lemon tart?

[@supriyasathe7631]

Its a super recipe can we do half the recipe

[@debralearose8764]

Please can you create a vegan options of this lemon 🍋 curd ?

[@bethlauer9722]

As I was watching this tutorial on lemon curd, I had a thought…what if you used a lemon reamer to juice the lemons instead? It might be easier on your hands✋🏼❤️🤚🏼Thank you for sharing your amazing gift and art with the rest of the world!! Love from Florida, U.S.A.!❤️☮️

[@CakesbyMK]

Yess great idea Beth! Thanks for your love and concern :) much love from NZ to the USA :D

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I hope you are feeling better! I have been a licensed massage therapist for 28 years, and I work with many people who have autoimmune issues. I know that the joint pain and fatigue can be unbearable, and just trying to get through each day is so physically and emotionally exhausting. I have also been a cake baker and decorator for 35+ years and I know firsthand how much demand is put on your hands, especially when piping and decorating. I hope that whatever course of treatment you are on is helping you to live your life as comfortably and as well as you can! I know how important your KZbin channel is to you, as you have affected so many of us in such an amazing and positive way with your wonderful tutorials and ideas. But the most important thing is for you to take care of YOU. Everything else can wait a while. May God bless you on your journey!❤️🌻☮️

[@nuraanhansen8344]

Waiting patiently how to make cake pops 😄

[@CakesbyMK]

Haha yup it is in the works I promise!! Hopefully in the next few weeks :)

[@ahsev98]

what if I add white chocolate and milk cream into this recipe?

[@humanbeing3946]

Hi! Is it thick enough to be used as filling in eclairs or cream puff filling?

[@CakesbyMK]

Hi there! Yess it set's pretty well but if you do want it slightly thicker you can add in a little cornstarch :)

[@humanbeing3946]

@@CakesbyMK thanks for reply :)

[@HaiderHussain1234]

With out lemon zest and juice its my grandmas sweet omelette recipe

[@bethanylewis4760]

How much sugar was that?

[@marchiano5]

Hi how long does it last ?

[@CakesbyMK]

Hi there! It will last a couple of weeks in the refrigerator :)

[@muskanara6044]

I'm vegetarian can you please tell me the substitute of eggs in this recipe. Thank you❤

[@CakesbyMK]

Heya! I unfortunately don't have a direct substitute for this recipe but I am going to be putting out an eggless lemon curd recipe soon so keep an eye out for that :D

[@lenapawlek7295]

I hope your hands feel better!

[@CakesbyMK]

Thanks so much!! They're feeling a bit better today :) :)

[@WL1006]

How long can it be store teacher?

[@CakesbyMK]

Hi there! About 2-3 weeks in the fridge :)

[@WL1006]

@@CakesbyMK thanks teacher

[@easycooking6923]

I watched about 10 recipes of lemon curd and i became confused, because some people put starch and others do not. Is there a difference when starch is added or not? All the results look the same.

[@CakesbyMK]

Hi there! A traditional lemon curd uses egg yolks, but you can also make a just as delicious (if not more delicious) lemon curd without egg yolks using cornstarch :) I actually prefer the cornstarch version better (I also have a recipe for it on my channel) because it has less of a distinct after taste because there aren't any eggs in it, but it really just depends on your dietary requirements and what you prefer :)

[@easycooking6923]

@@CakesbyMK thank you for your answer. I made my lemon courd with eggs and starch. I was a bit lazy 😉 to seperate the yolk from the white, but the result was nice.

[@fardosa9749]

Kkkk

[@poojasawhney1637]

Any other recipe without egg? I am vegetarian

[@CakesbyMK]

Will keep an eggless lemon curd recipe in mind for future content :D

[@thushariwickremesinghe3637]

Suger quantity?? Pl

[@lolomaqbool]

I was so excited to try lemon curd and I made it with the finest ingredients (not this recipe) but unfortunately it tasted like you said metallic 😭 I was so so disappointed, I throw away all the batch, I don't know waht to use to cook it in, all my sauce pans are made of metal 😭

[@pclem4686]

Mm just like the other video to me

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[@mandyheart8754]

Easy? Isn’t this the typical method to make curd? I’ve never come across a more difficult way to make curd. How is this an “easy” way?