MEYER LEMON CURD

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Use this great Meyer lemon curd recipe from Vanilla Bake Shop to make their wonderful Meyer Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes enough for 2 dozen cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
Zest of 3 lemons
3 large eggs
4 large egg yolks
1 cup Meyer lemon juice
5 ounces unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Prepare and ice-water bath. Set a medium bowl in ice-water bath and set aside.
  • Place sugar and lemon zest in a mortar and grind with a pestle to combine and release the oils. Transfer sugar mixture to a medium heatproof bowl along with eggs and egg yolks; whisk to combine. Place over a saucepan of simmering water and whisk until sugar has dissolved. Add lemon juice and continue whisking until mixture is thick and reaches 160 degrees on an instant-read thermometer, scraping down sides of bowl as necessary. Add butter and whisk until well combined.
  • Strain lemon mixture through a fine mesh sieve set over prepared bowl. Cover lemon curd with plastic wrap, pressing plastic wrap directly onto surface. Transfer to refrigerator until completely chilled.

Mkm
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good Meyer lemon curd recipe for ages. This one is perfect! The curd is smooth, creamy, and has the perfect amount of tartness.


Ajmal Amjad Mughal
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This recipe is a game-changer! I've never been able to make lemon curd before, but this recipe made it so easy. The curd turned out perfectly and it was so delicious. I can't wait to try it in other recipes.


Tvt Thaydo !!!
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I've made this curd several times now and it's always a hit. It's so versatile and can be used in so many different desserts. I love it as a filling for tarts and pies, but it's also great on toast or scones.


Hredoy Ahmed Noman
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This is the best lemon curd recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The curd is smooth, creamy, and has the perfect balance of tart and sweet. I highly recommend this recipe!


subhash thakur
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the curd is always perfect. I've used it in everything from tarts to pies to cookies, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


meghla Aktar
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This recipe is a keeper! The curd is so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is divine. I've already used it in several different desserts and it's been a hit every time.


Rani Gupta
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I made this curd for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best lemon curd he's ever had. I'll definitely be making it again.


Allison Casey
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This was my first time making lemon curd and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I can't wait to try it in other desserts.


Aulon Kuqi
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I've made this curd twice now and it's always a winner. So easy to make and so delicious. I love using it as a spread for toast or scones, or as a filling for tarts and pies.


Clarissa Ruiz
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This Meyer lemon curd is absolutely delightful! The perfect balance of tart and sweet, with a smooth and creamy texture. I used it as a filling for my lemon tarts and they were a huge hit at my dinner party. Highly recommend!