Description
Whip up this Easy Lemon Curd Recipe (Microwave) in just 5 minutes! Enjoy its vibrant flavor and versatility—perfect for desserts! Try it today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup freshly-squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, melted butter, and salt until fully combined.
- Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute. Stir thoroughly and microwave for another minute.
- After 2 minutes, stir again and return to the microwave for an additional 30 seconds. Test if the curd holds its shape by dipping a spoon into it; if not set, microwave for another 30 seconds.
- Strain the curd through a fine-mesh strainer into a jar or small bowl to achieve a smooth texture.
- Let cool completely before storing in the fridge for up to 7 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 35mg