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Homemade Zesty Lemon Curd

A smooth, bright, and buttery lemon spread that adds a lovely burst of sunshine to your favorite treats.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 British· July 16, 2026
Homemade Zesty Lemon Curd
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Total
15 minutes
Serves
8

Lemon curd is one of those simple pleasures that feels fancy but is actually quite easy to whip up in your own kitchen. I love how the bold citrus flavor balances perfectly with the richness of the butter to create a silky smooth texture.

It is truly a versatile staple to have in the fridge. My best tip for success is to whisk the mixture constantly while it cooks so that you get a beautiful, consistent texture without any scrambled bits.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk the lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and eggs together in a medium saucepan until the mixture is smooth.

  2. 2

    Place the saucepan over low heat and cook the mixture while stirring constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon.

  3. 3

    Continue to cook until the curd thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, which usually takes about 8 to 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the butter cubes one by one until fully melted and incorporated.

  5. 5

    Strain the curd through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl if you prefer an extra smooth finish.

  6. 6

    Cover the surface with plastic wrap and let it cool completely in the refrigerator before serving.

💡 Tips

Store your lemon curd in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to one week. It tastes wonderful spread over warm scones, stirred into plain yogurt, or used as a filling for simple butter cookies.

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