Easy Microwave Lemon Curd Recipe

4.8(125)

My quick and easy Microwave Lemon Curd is bakery-quality with 10-minute prep and stress-free results for cakes, cookies, and more.

by Gemma Stafford·published 2019-04-09

AmericanDessert

Servings

['2', '2 cups']

Total time

4h 14m

prep 10 min

Calories / serving

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Ingredients (5)

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Instructions (6 steps)

01To Make the Lemon Curd: In a large microwavable bowl, add the eggs, egg yolk and sugar and whisk until smooth.
02Next, mix in the zest and lemon juice until smooth. Lastly add in the butter.
03To Cook the Lemon Curd: Microwave the lemon egg mixture for about 4 minutes in 45-second intervals, whisking between each interval until the mixture is thick. This timing is based on my 1100 watt microwave so your timing may vary. (This curd thickens a lot once it has been chilled).
04Once very thick pass the curd through a sieve to remove any lumps.
05To Chill the Lemon Curd: Cover the curd with a layer of cling wrap, directly touching the surface (This will keep the curd from forming a skin). Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to really thicken.

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