Honestly is there anything sweeter than a dollop of delicious homemade lemon curd? Whether you serve it on pancakes, use it in your favorite dessert recipe or simple spread it on toasted sourdough bread , being able to make your own lemon curd is a skill we should all have! This microwave version could not be easier to make and takes no time at all. Thank us later!
Combine egg yolks, egg, sugar, lemon zest and juice in a large heatproof microwave-safe bowl. Whisk with a balloon whisk until combined.
Add the diced butter and place onto the microwave turntable.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions to reduce microwave power to 50%. Cook uncovered for 7-10 minutes, stirring every minute until mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon (see tips below).
Cover the curd surface with plastic wrap to prevent it from forming a skin. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold.
To serve, spoon lemon curd onto pancakes and top with fresh blueberries
Tips
Begin checking the thickness of the curd at 6 minutes cooking time.
Dip a spoon into the curd then run your finger over the back of it. If it leaves a clean line in the curd, it’s cooked enough and ready to cool.
Microwaves vary in type, wattage and size, so cooking times may vary. Use cooking times as a guide.
Curd will thicken as it cools.
Spoon into a container, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Honestly is there anything sweeter than a dollop of delicious homemade lemon curd? Whether you serve it on pancakes, use it in your favorite dessert recipe or simple spread it on toasted sourdough bread , being able to make your own lemon curd is a skill we should all have! This microwave version could not be easier to make and takes no time at all. Thank us later!
Ingredients (Makes 1 1/2 cups)
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