Best 5 Lemon Curd Without Butter Recipes

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**Lemon Curd Without Butter: A Delightful Treat for Everyone**

Lemon curd is a classic dessert spread that is both tangy and sweet. It is made with lemon juice, sugar, eggs, and butter. However, if you are looking for a lighter version of this delicious treat, you can easily make it without butter. This article provides two recipes for lemon curd without butter: a stovetop version and a microwave version. Both recipes are easy to follow and result in a creamy, flavorful curd that is perfect for spreading on toast, scones, or muffins. You can also use it as a filling for pies, tarts, and cakes. So, whether you are looking for a dairy-free option or simply want to reduce the amount of fat in your diet, these recipes are a great choice. Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat that is both satisfying and guilt-free!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PERFECT LEMON CURD



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Wonderfully tart, classic English lemon curd...perfect with scones and tea.

Provided by TAWNIE44

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 21m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

¾ cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
¾ cup sugar
3 eggs
½ cup unsalted butter, cubed

Steps:

  • In a 2 quart saucepan, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, eggs, and butter. Cook over medium-low heat until thick enough to hold marks from whisk, and first bubble appears on surface, about 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 18.7 mg, Sugar 13 g

LIGHTER LEMON - LIME CURD (NO BUTTER)



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I love lemon curd or lemon butter as we call it here in Oz but it's quite fattening so I went searching for a lighter version and found this on a website called Bakingsheet. Recipe can easily be increased.

Provided by Mandy

Categories     Lemon

Time 11m

Yield 2/3 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup fresh lemon juice or 1/3 cup lime juice
1 -2 teaspoon lemon zest
5 tablespoons sugar
1 egg, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small sauce pan, over medium heat, dissolve sugar into lemon juice. Add zest.
  • Lightly beat egg in a small/medium bowl. Whisking constantly, slowly pour lemon/sugar syrup into the egg. Beat for 2 minutes (only 1 if you're using a mixer), then transfer back into the saucepan.
  • Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until it just starts to bubble at the edges. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  • Transfer to a small container and store in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 18.2, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 16.4, Protein 1.6

LEMON CURD (WITHOUT BUTTER)



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Make and share this Lemon Curd (Without Butter) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chickee

Categories     Healthy

Time 20m

Yield 2 jars

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 lemons
150 g sugar
3 eggs
1 tablespoon cornflour

Steps:

  • Wash lemons carefully and zest, by taking care not to get the white pith. Juice the lemons.
  • Put the zest into a pan, add the cornflour mixed with lemon juice. Add the sugar.
  • Whisk lightly over a slow heat until dissolved.
  • Beat eggs, and then add to the lemon mix, continuously whisking.
  • Turn up the temperature a little and whisk continually until the mixture thickens (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Remove from heat then pour directly into jam jars. After they have cooled, refrigerate.

HOMEMADE LEMON CURD



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Lemon curd is a scrumptious spread for scones, biscuits or other baked goods. You can find it in larger grocery stores alongside the jams and jellies or with the baking supplies, but we like making this lemon curd recipe from scratch. -Mark Hagen, West Allis, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 1-2/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large eggs
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, whisk eggs, sugar and lemon juice until blended. Add butter and lemon zest; cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a metal spoon. Transfer to a small bowl; cool 10 minutes. Refrigerate, covered, until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LEMON CURD



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A classic Lemon Curd recipe, made with lemon juice and zest, whole eggs, and butter. Use your lemon curd on scones, in yogurt, or between layers of meringue.

Categories     Sauce     Egg     Dessert     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into bits

Steps:

  • Whisk together juice, zest, sugar, and eggs in a 2-quart heavy saucepan. Stir in butter and cook over moderately low heat, whisking frequently, until curd is thick enough to hold marks of whisk and first bubble appears on surface, about 6 minutes.
  • Transfer lemon curd to a bowl and chill, its surface covered with plastic wrap, until cold, at least 1 hour.

Tips:

  • Be sure to whisk constantly when cooking the curd to prevent it from scorching or curdling.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to distribute heat evenly and prevent hot spots.
  • If you don't have a kitchen thermometer, you can check the consistency of the curd by dipping a spoon into the mixture. If it coats the back of the spoon and leaves a trail, it is ready.
  • Lemon curd can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.
  • Lemon curd can be used as a spread for toast, scones, or muffins. It can also be used as a filling for pies, tarts, and cakes.

Conclusion:

Lemon curd is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for later use.

So next time you're looking for something sweet and tangy to add to your next meal or snack, give lemon curd a try. You won't be disappointed.

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