Imagine transforming simple ingredients into a luxurious, silky-smooth citrus spread that will make your taste buds dance with delight - and the best part? You can do it in just 15 minutes using nothing more than your microwave! This Easy Microwave Citrus Curd is about to revolutionize your dessert game, offering a tangy, sweet sensation that's impossibly simple to create. Whether you're a baking novice or a kitchen pro, this foolproof recipe will have you whipping up restaurant-quality lemon curd faster than you can say "delicious"!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and equipment: a microwave-safe glass bowl, whisk, fine-mesh strainer, zester, and storage container.
- In the glass bowl, combine granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk ingredients until sugar is mostly dissolved.
- Cut unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the mixture.
- Crack eggs into a separate bowl and whisk thoroughly until well blended and uniform in color.
- Gradually pour whisked eggs into the lemon-sugar mixture, continuously whisking to prevent egg scrambling.
- Place the glass bowl in the microwave and cook on high power for 1-minute intervals, stopping and whisking between each interval to ensure even heating.
- Continue microwaving and whisking until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, typically 3-5 minutes total.
- Remove from microwave and immediately strain through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any potential egg bits or zest.
- Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent skin formation and refrigerate until completely cooled.
- Once cooled, transfer to a sealed container and store in refrigerator for up to one week.
Tips
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the most vibrant flavor - bottled juice just won't compare!
- Whisk constantly between microwave intervals to prevent egg scrambling and ensure smooth texture.
- A fine-mesh strainer is crucial for achieving that silky, professional-quality curd.
- Make sure to use a microwave-safe glass bowl that allows plenty of room for whisking.
- Cover the surface with plastic wrap directly touching the curd to prevent a skin from forming during cooling.
- For extra smoothness, use room temperature eggs and cube the butter into small, even pieces.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and enjoy within one week for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 110mg
