##  [Lemon Curd](/index%2ephp/recipe/lemon-curd) 

  Posted by Pia on 20 Mar 2011 

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     ![White floral mug with red handle, full of golden lemon curd on a blue surface.](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_512x288_focal_point_webp/public/2026-02/lemon-curd.jpeg.webp?h=221ee83c&itok=mOE32wJY) 

 

 



This is my version of a wonderful lemon curd. Eat it or spread it onto fresh baked bread, scones, or whatever you fancy. Don't skimp on the lemon juice or zest!



Serves:

Fills a jar

 

Prep time:

15 minutes

 

Recipe Category

[Preserves & Pickles](/index%2ephp/recipe-category/preserves-pickles)

[Dessert](/index%2ephp/recipe-category/dessert)

 

 

Cuisine

[British](/index%2ephp/cuisine/british)

 

 

Ingredients

3 eggs

1 cup brown sugar

zest from 1 lemon

3 tablespoons lemon juice

 

 

Instructions

Mix in a small pan.

Continuously stir over high heat until it thickens.

Let it cool.

Fill lemon curd into a jar and store in the refrigerator.