Microwave Lemon Curd Recipe

Microwave Lemon Curd Recipe

How To Make Microwave Lemon Curd Recipe

When life gives you lemons, make some sweet lemon treats! Juice them up and you can stir the essence into pies, bars, and other kinds of batter. After all, this fruit imparts a unique, citrusy tartness to desserts that you can’t really get anywhere else. So if you’re drawn to bright and zesty flavors, these are definitely for you! Check out this selection, and whip up some of the best lemon dessert recipes.

Preparation: 10 minutes
Cooking: 5 minutes
Total: 15 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

  • 3 lemons, zested and juiced
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and eggs until well combined.

  2. Microwave the mixture for 1 minute on high heat, then whisk well.

  3. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, whisking well after each interval, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

  4. Once thickened, remove the bowl from the microwave and slowly pour in the melted butter, whisking constantly until fully incorporated.

  5. Allow the lemon curd to cool to room temperature, then transfer to a jar or container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories : 270kcal
  • Total Fat : 15g
  • Saturated Fat : 8g
  • Cholesterol : 160mg
  • Sodium : 60mg
  • Total Carbohydrates : 33g
  • Dietary Fiber : 0g
  • Sugar : 31g
  • Protein : 4g
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