English Lemon Curd

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Servings: 48
Yield: 48 servings

Description

Homemade lemon curd is quick and easy to make using 5 simple ingredients, creating a tangy and sweet topping for scones or croissants.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
6 eggs, beaten
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
1/4 cup freshly grated lemon zest

Directions

1 Combine lemon juice, eggs, butter, sugar, and lemon zest in a 2-quart saucepan; cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until curd is thick and just beginning to boil, about 8 minutes.
2 Remove curd from heat and cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally to keep the surface soft, about 30 minutes. Pour curd into clean jars, seal, and store in the refrigerator.