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Lemon curd in a small jar with lemon wedges.
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5 from 6 votes

Microwave lemon curd

An easy 4-ingredient recipe for lemon curd that is a foolproof. Perfect for filling cakes, on ice cream, cookies or simple slather on a toast.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time10 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Halal
Servings: 24 Tablespoons
Calories: 38kcal
Author: Amira

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • ¾ -1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ - 1 cup lemon juice
  • ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest optional.

Instructions

  • In a deep microwave safe bowl, combine eggs and sugar keep stirring for almost 1-2 minutes until you feel sugar is almost all dissolved.
  • Melt butter in microwave for 20 seconds intervals.
  • Pour butter slowly over egg mixture while whisking non stop.
  • Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest if using.
  • Microwave on high (full power) for 30 seconds intervals stirring in between until done.
  • You’ll know when it is done when the curd covers the back of a metal spoon.
  • Run the mixture through a mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
  • Cool and refrigerate.

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Notes

  • You will need to use fresh lemons. Fresh lemon juice is best for this recipe do not use store bought one.
  • For my family's taste, I've used ¾ cup of lemon juice and ¾ cup of granulated sugar. You can use 1 cup of each according to your liking.
  • Microwaves vary in power so cooking time varies as well. I recommend cooking in 30 seconds intervals and not the usual 1-minute intervals so there is very limited chance of overcooking the curd.
  • I like straining the mixture anyways so I ensure creamy and lump free lemon curd.
  • Lemon curd will continue to thicken as it cools down.
  • To Store: Wait until the lemon curd has cooled completely then refrigerate for up to two-three weeks. Can be frozen up to 1 year.
  • How to use: You can slather this lemon curd over anything you like. From toast, waffles to a dollop on your ice cream or yogurt. Great as a cake filling, for pies, cheesecake , make these easy puff pastry raspberry tarts or to top your pavlova.
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Nutrition

Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: -1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: -2g | Vitamin A: 151IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg