Description
This homemade microwave lemon curd is quick, easy, and bursting with bright citrus flavor. It’s silky smooth, tangy, and perfect for spreading on toast, layering in desserts, or enjoying by the spoonful.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 to 5 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and melted butter.
- Microwave the mixture in 1-minute intervals, stirring well after each interval.
- Continue microwaving and stirring until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This usually takes about 4 to 6 minutes total.
- Once thickened, remove from the microwave and pour the lemon curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps or zest (optional).
- Allow to cool, then transfer to jars or airtight containers and refrigerate. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Straining the curd after cooking gives it an extra smooth texture.
- The lemon curd will thicken more as it chills in the fridge.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Can be frozen for longer storage—just thaw in the fridge before use.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 126
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 11mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 56mg
