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Homemade Orange Curd

4.84 from 6 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

  • 2 medium navel oranges
  • 1 tsp. orange extract
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 6 egg yolks beaten
  • 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 1/8 tsp. kosher salt

Instructions

  • Zest oranges, then cut them in half and squeeze to juice them.
  • Combine orange zest and juice (about 1/2 c.) in a medium saucepan.
  • Add remaining ingredients and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • After about 5 minutes the mixture should start to boil gently.
  • Continue boiling, stirring constantly 3-4 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat and cool to room temperature before using.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.