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Transform ordinary desserts into extraordinary treats with this silky-smooth Easy Lemon Curd Filling! This bright, tangy spread comes together quickly with whole eggs (no separating required!) and fresh lemon juice. Perfect for filling cakes, swirling into buttercream, topping scones, or creating stunning parfait layers. The added cornstarch ensures it holds up beautifully inside layered cakes without spilling when sliced. Make once, use in countless delicious ways! - Claude
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Ingredients
3 whole eggs
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Zest of two lemons (about 1 heaping Tbsp)
1 Tbsp cornstarch
5 Tbsp butter
Directions
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until smooth.
Pour the egg mixture into a medium saucepan and whisk in the lemon juice and zest until combined.
Heat over medium-low heat while whisking constantly.
In about 5-6 minutes (time may vary), you will feel the mixture begin to thicken.
Quickly whisk in the cornstarch and continue to mix until your lemon curd is very thick.
Turn the heat down to low and whisk in the butter, 1 Tbsp at a time until it's all melted and combined.
You should have a nice thick, smooth lemon curd!
Strain the lemon curd through a mesh strainer to get rid of any lumps and leftover zest.
Pour into a heat-proof air-tight container such as a mason jar.
Allow to cool for about 30 minutes with the lid off, then cover and place in the refrigerator until completely chilled and set.
Use as a cake filling, mixed into buttercream frosting, on top of scones or pancakes, or layered in a parfait!
Servings
Makes about 1½ cups of lemon curd
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (2 Tbsp) - Calories: 85; Total Fat: 5g (Saturated Fat: 3g); Cholesterol: 40mg; Sodium: 40mg; Total Carbohydrates: 10g (Dietary Fiber: 0g, Sugars: 9g); Protein: 1g; Calories from Fat: 45 (53%)
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says...
You'll get about 1½ cups of this delicious lemon curd - plenty for filling two layers of a 6" triple-layer cake or the middle of an 8" double-layer cake. I always end up with a spoonful or two extra, which is perfect for swirling into frosting or thinning slightly with a teaspoon of water for a gorgeous drip effect.
Here's a pro tip: the cornstarch is my secret weapon for cake fillings. It helps the curd set up firmly so it won't ooze out when you slice the cake. Skip it if you're using the curd for other purposes and prefer a softer consistency. When assembling your cake, remember to pipe a thick frosting dam around each layer before adding the curd - this creates the perfect barrier to keep everything in place.
Play with the sweetness if you like! I've found that anywhere between 2/3 and 3/4 cup of sugar hits that sweet spot - enough to balance the tangy lemon without overwhelming it. Go with what makes your taste buds happy!
Don't sweat the cooking time too much. Depending on your stove, it might take up to 10 minutes to thicken properly. Just keep whisking and watching for that magical moment when it starts to tighten up.
🧑🍳 The Cook:
Dave Ferguson
🔑 Keywords:
lemon,
lemon curd,
filling,
dessert,
cake filling,
frosting
🗂️ Categories: 🍰 Cakes, 🍨 Desserts, 🆕 New Recipes, 🍭 Sweet Stuff
📚 Cookbooks: Uncle Dave's Cookbook, The TFR Cookbook
Easy Lemon Curd Filling was added on May 05, 2025 and last updated on May 05, 2025.
🗂️ Categories: 🍰 Cakes, 🍨 Desserts, 🆕 New Recipes, 🍭 Sweet Stuff
📚 Cookbooks: Uncle Dave's Cookbook, The TFR Cookbook
Easy Lemon Curd Filling was added on May 05, 2025 and last updated on May 05, 2025.
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