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Homemade Lemon Curd

Published: Jan 17, 2016 · Modified: Jul 3, 2019 by Cathy Trochelman · 18 Comments

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Homemade Lemon Curd is sweet, creamy, and full of fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for spreading on waffles or scones, and a great way to add a fun twist to your favorite recipes!

Thank you to Blendtec for generously providing the Designer 725 & Twister Jar for this giveaway! The recipe and opinions in this post are 100% mine.

Homemade Lemon Curd is sweet, creamy, and full of fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for spreading on waffles or scones, and a great way to add a fun twist to your favorite recipes!

So have I ever mentioned to you my deep and undying love of breakfast? I’m not sure what it is….but to me, nothing beats an amazing meal first thing in the morning. That said, most mornings I don’t have time for the breakfast of my dreams. Most mornings, I stick with my usual: coffee and eggs. But let me tell you. I look forward to weekends like none other…..and mostly for the food! Because on weekends, you better believe I’m making a BIG breakfast.

Homemade Lemon Curd is sweet, creamy, and full of fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for spreading on waffles or scones, and a great way to add a fun twist to your favorite recipes!

 Scrambled eggs with veggies and cheese, crispy bacon, homemade waffles or pancakes or french toast….these are some of our favorites. And, of course, coffee. And every now and then, because I love breakfast so much, I decide to get a little nuts. Yes, I’ve been known, from time to time, to pull out the cherry pie filling and whipped cream, or the hot fudge and marshmallows, or the Nutella…..and turn our breakfast into a little bit more of a celebration. I mean….clearly a big, delicious breakfast is something to celebrate….right?

Homemade Lemon Curd is sweet, creamy, and full of fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for spreading on waffles or scones, and a great way to add a fun twist to your favorite recipes!

Homemade Lemon Curd

Which is probably why I’m SO excited about this homemade lemon curd. Because not only is it the perfect addition to our weekend breakfasts (lemon curd on top of waffles? Yes, please!), but it’s also perfect for weekday breakfasts, snacks, or even desserts! A few of my favorites? Lemon Bar Muddy Buddies, Lemon Shortbread Parfaits, or Creamy Lemon Dip! Best of all, it comes together quickly with just a few basic ingredients….and tastes amazing! Yet another reason to look forward to weekend breakfasts – or heck – who am I  kidding? I’m going to be slathering this stuff on EVERYTHING.

 

Lemon Curd is sweet, creamy, and full of fresh lemon flavor.
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Homemade Lemon Curd

Homemade Lemon Curd is sweet, creamy, and full of fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for spreading on waffles or scones, and a great way to add a fun twist to your favorite recipes!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 cups
Author Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

  • zest of 1 meyer lemon
  • 1 1/4 c. sugar
  • 1 stick unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 c. lemon juice juice of 2 lemons
  • 1 tsp. lemon extract
  • 1/8 tsp. kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Combine lemon zest and sugar in a blender or food processor; pulse until zest is finely minced.
  2. Add butter and blend.
  3. Add eggs, lemon juice, lemon extract, and salt; blend until combined.
  4. Pour mixture into medium saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened (just below simmer - 170 degrees F).
  5. Continue stirring 2-3 minutes after mixture thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and transfer to a wide mouth glass jar with a lid.
  7. Place in refrigerator to cool.
  8. Keep refrigerated.

Homemade Lemon Curd is sweet, creamy, and full of fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for spreading on waffles or scones, and a great way to add a fun twist to your favorite recipes!

And soon, you can too! Because I’ve teamed up with some of my favorite blogging friends to bring you this Ultimate Breakfast Giveaway – the chance to win a Blendtec Designer 75, a Blendtec Twister Jar, a Presto Waffle Maker, a Cuisinart Crepe Pan, and MORE! Everything you need to make homemade lemon curd….and the breakfast of your dreams. Enter to win below, and then be sure to check out all the other delicious breakfast recipes! Good luck!

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Homemade Lemon Curd is sweet, creamy, and full of fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for spreading on waffles or scones, and a great way to add a fun twist to your favorite recipes!

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Comments

  1. Aimee @ like mother like daughter says

    January 17, 2016 at 10:14 am

    Why have I never made homemade lemon curd? I need this in my life asap!! I think I’d put it on some crepes first!

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  2. Rebecca says

    January 17, 2016 at 10:15 am

    This curd looks like perfection! I can’t wait to try it out and use it with both breakfast and dessert recipes!

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  3. Yvonne [Tried and Tasty] says

    January 17, 2016 at 5:49 pm

    I love, love, love, LOVE everything lemon. Lemon curd is awesome! The great thing about it is how versatile it is and how many things it can go on.. waffles.. pancakes.. biscuits… a spoon in my mouth? Hahah.. kidding. Sort of. Thanks so much for participating in my giveaway, I’m so happy to have you!

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  4. Jesseca says

    January 17, 2016 at 7:05 pm

    5 stars
    Lemon Curd is one of those things that I end up eating on everything (or just with a spoon). I’ve never made my own and can’t wait to give this recipe a try.

    Reply
  5. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    January 18, 2016 at 9:00 am

    This recipe is absolutely lovely- I could eat the entire jar!!

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  6. Gerry @ Foodness Gracious says

    January 18, 2016 at 10:05 am

    Best breakfast spread everrrrrr!!!

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  7. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    January 18, 2016 at 2:21 pm

    I love breakfast, too! Especially on the weekends, it’s just the perfect thing to wake up to in the mornings. This lemon curd sounds SO good! I love the pretty color and how easy it is to make!

    Reply
  8. Becky Hardin | The Cookie Rookie says

    January 18, 2016 at 6:42 pm

    YUM!!! Looks amazing.

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  9. Michelle @ Blackberry Babe says

    January 18, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    I LOVE lemon curd but have never attempted making it at home! That might need to change!

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  10. Jess says

    January 19, 2016 at 5:18 am

    This looks incredible! I love lemon and lemon curd is pretty amazing! Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe!

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  11. eat good 4 life says

    January 19, 2016 at 10:38 am

    Your lemon curd looks absolutely fantastic. For some reason I have always been afraid of making it. Not anymore. What a lovely recipe!

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  12. Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says

    January 19, 2016 at 6:57 pm

    I just love a good lemon curd, & it is so easy to make too! 🙂 This would be perfect over homemade waffles.

    Reply
  13. Renee - Kudos Kitchen says

    January 20, 2016 at 8:27 am

    Your blog, and lemon curd go hand in hand. I love this!

    Reply
  14. Meg @ With Salt and Wit says

    January 20, 2016 at 9:48 am

    I am pretty sure I would devour this with a spoon as I love any dessert flavored lemon! And I have been dying to make lemon curd and you have just convinced me I need to 🙂

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  15. Lynn says

    January 23, 2016 at 12:43 am

    How I miss The Meyer lemon Tree In my former back yard! Lemon curd each year was a given, such a vibrant color and taste. Perfect on a little biscuit to calm my sweet tooth.

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  16. Megan says

    February 15, 2017 at 11:03 am

    How long does this last in the fridge??? I can’t wait to try it!

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  17. RecipeLion says

    February 15, 2017 at 2:15 pm

    5 stars
    Ah, that color is gorgeous! This curd looks amazing. Can’t wait to try!

    Reply
  18. Debbie says

    April 21, 2018 at 2:29 pm

    Can this be made with Stevia? Am a diabetic

    Reply

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