Lemon Curd With Egg Yolks Recipe

Lemon Curd With Egg Yolks Recipe

from pipandebby.com
15 min
12 servings

Learn how to make lemon curd with eggs! A fresh, light and lemony filling or topping that goes great on cakes, cookies, cupcakes or any baked treat!

Ingredients

  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 2/3 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tsp lemon zest

Directions

  1. 1

    Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer), combine the butter, sugar, egg yolks and beat on medium-high speed for 2 minutes. Add the lemon juice and zest and beat until just combined.

  2. 2

    Add the mixture to a medium saucepan and cook over medium-low heat until smooth. Increase to medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thick and yellow in color, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Remove from the heat and let cool. Pour into a bowl and press plastic wrap directly on surface to prevent skin from forming. Chill in refrigerator for up to 3 days.