This incredibly easy Lemon Curd recipe is sweet, tart, silky smooth and perfect for spreading on all manner of baked goods. Lemon curd is so easy to make in the microwave and blows store bought lemon curd out of the water. It’s simply amazing and so refreshing! We love to spread it on these The BEST Homemade Biscuits and Lemon Blueberry Scones but I also use it s a filling in these Lemon Meringue Cookie Cups – so good!
Lemon Curd Recipe
I have been craving citrus lately. I don’t know what it is, but it seems like every January I go on a lemon rampage that just can’t be stopped. I think it’s my body’s way of telling me – ENOUGH WITH THE CHOCOLATE ALREADY TRISH!
I’m only too happy to oblige.
Especially when that means I get to indulge in something incredible like this homemade microwave lemon curd. Yep. I totally just said microwave.
What Is Lemon Curd?
If you are a fan of lemons, chances are you’re a BIG fan of lemon curd. I know I am! Lemon curd is essentially wrapping up that tart, refreshing lemon flavor in a smooth, creamy package which makes it perfect for all sorts of recipes.
Lemon curd is a type of preserves. It’s made with sugar, eggs, lemon – of course!, and butter. It can be used for all sorts of recipes. I love topping a vanilla Greek yogurt with a dollop of lemon curd, spreading it on a piece of toast or pound cake, and it makes the perfect filling for cakes and tarts.
It’s also the perfect spread on these Lemon Blueberry Scones. In fact, I always make up a batch when I know we’re having scones and often when we’re making biscuits.
Alright. I might as well be honest here. I also eat lemon curd by the spoonful. Especially this kind. Cause I know just how easy it is to whip up another batch 🙂 Danger, people. Danger.
Now I’m sure many of you will be skeptical. I mean, lemon curd in the microwave? Sounds a little far-fetched, I admit. But try this once, just once, and I know you’ll be convinced.
What Do I Need To Make Lemon Curd
You guys. Not a whole lot. I mean, how simple is this:
- sugar
- butter
- eggs
- lemons – both the juice and the zest
That’s right! Just 4 simple ingredients that you probably have on hand. This easy lemon curd
The bright tangy flavor and cheerfully bold yellow color will have you smiling in no time. Even on a cold, gloomy day in January.
Love lemons? Try these favorites:
- Lemon Blueberry Scones
- Amazing Microwave Lemon Bars
- No Bake Blueberry Lemon Cream Pie
- Lemon Drop Bars
- Lemon Zucchini Cake
How To Make Lemon Curd
Easy Lemon Curd Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- lemon zest from 3 lemons
Instructions
- Melt butter in microwave, set aside to cool slightly.
- Whisk together sugar and eggs in a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl.
- Whisk in lemon juice and zest.
- Finally whisk in the butter.
- Microwave on 50% power for one minute. Stir.
- Continue microwaving at 100% power in one minute intervals, stirring after each interval until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. (The curd will thicken as it cools.)
- Strain curd through a fine-mesh sieve to remove zest.
- Pour curd into sterile jars and store for up to three weeks in the refrigerator.
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Cindy says
June 9, 2019 at 12:57 PMWHY does every.single.recipe.today take unsalted butter! It is overpriced! And…seriously!…is there REALLY a need to use it instead?
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
June 10, 2019 at 2:42 PMHmmmm… unsalted and salted butter is the same price at my stores. Maybe check elsewhere?
Gwen says
June 9, 2019 at 10:19 AMIf anyone tries this with a sugar substitute (I’m thinking erythritol) please tell us how it turns out! I’m on Keto and nothing but the sugar is off limits and I LOVE lemon anything!
Rhonda L says
April 24, 2019 at 3:16 PMI just successively made this lemon curd. I have tried numerous times and couldn’t get it right. This recipe is amazing and delicious! thank you, lemon curd is my very favorite part of dessert!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
May 5, 2019 at 5:53 PMI’m so glad you gave it a try Rhonda!
Donna Falco says
April 17, 2019 at 2:14 PMThanks so MUCH for this recipe! I’m using it on a magnificent Angel Food & Strawberry dessert. I’m sure it will be amazing!
Jackie says
February 13, 2019 at 11:42 AMI used to make lemon curd years ago but kind of stopped making it. Not sure why because my family really loves it.
I thought I’d try your recipe and sure enough it is just as good as my old one but easy using the microwave.
Love it and will use it again.
Thank you.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
February 13, 2019 at 7:24 PMSo easy right Jackie? We make this ALL the time and I love it more and more each time I make it. Thanks so much for stopping by!
Carol says
February 13, 2019 at 9:01 AMJust made this using erythritol and it came out fine. Thanks so much for the recipe
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
February 18, 2019 at 9:41 AMOooh! I’ve been wondering if that would work! Thanks Carol!
Shelly says
February 13, 2019 at 5:57 AMIn the video it shows 4 eggs but the recipe just has 1 egg yolk. Is this correct?
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
February 13, 2019 at 7:26 PMThe video shows the three eggs PLUS the one egg yolk as listed in the recipe card. Hope this helps!
Jackie says
February 17, 2019 at 4:58 AMNo it said 3 eggs and one egg yolk
Heather Fisher says
January 17, 2019 at 11:49 AMJust found this and want to try it as I love lemon curd. Can it be frozen or processed and stored like a fruit jam? I see that it makes a couple of cups at least which is more than I can get through in 3 weeks.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
January 18, 2019 at 8:19 AMI have never frozen it but I’m sure it can Heather!
Donna says
January 16, 2019 at 6:39 PMMaybe a crazy question, but can you use a sugar substitute? Like Splenda?
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
January 18, 2019 at 8:21 AMHmmmm, that’s a great question but I don’t have an answer unfortunately. I do think it would be worth a try though. Maybe do a half batch and see how it goes? That way you are wasting too many ingredients.
Belinda Chapa says
January 15, 2019 at 1:43 PMI had been looking for something like this you’re awesome you’re always having great recipes thanks
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
January 18, 2019 at 8:30 AMYou are so sweet Belinda – thank you!