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    Meyer Lemon Curd Recipe

    Published: May 22, 2021 · Modified: Jun 2, 2021 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 36 Comments

    Make this easy Meyer Lemon Curd Recipe and you can use it for desserts, filling, as a condiment, and more! You only need four ingredients to make this delicious treat. Once you make homemade lemon curd you will never buy store-bought again!

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    I never realized how much I liked lemon curd until I started making my own at home. And using Meyer lemons to make this lemon curd recipe adds a unique layer of flavor people can't get enough of! If you can't find Meyer lemons, you can always use regular lemons and you will still have delicious lemon curd on your hands.

    There are so many different ways you can use lemon curd including in desserts or as a dipping sauce. Lemon curd lasts up to a month in the fridge and can also be frozen for up to 3-6 months. So you can make some for now and save some for later! Lemon curd is also a great way to use up eggs if you have too many and need to use them.

    homemade lemon curd in a jar with a spoon

    Ingredients Needed to Make Meyer Lemon Curd

    Lemon curd is pretty easy to make and you only need 4 ingredients: Meyer lemons, sugar, eggs, and butter. Since Meyer lemons tend to be smaller than regular lemons, you will need 2-3 for the zest and juice. I also recommend using unsalted butter when you are making lemon curd.

    How to Make Lemon Curd

    1. Whisk the lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and eggs in a pan on the stove. Cook over low heat whisking constantly. Once the mixture has started to thicken, add the butter pieces a few at a time, whisking constantly until melted in.
    2. Keep whisking until the curd is smooth and thick and coats the back of a spoon with no movement. Remove from the heat immediately.
    3. Strain the lemon curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.
    4. Place plastic wrap directly on the top of the lemon curd so a film doesn't form on top. Chill the curd in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
    meyer lemon curd in a canning jar

    What are Meyer Lemons?

    Meyer lemons are smaller and sweeter than regular lemons and have a slight vanilla-herbal element. They smell AMAZING! They are also darker in color than regular lemons. If you can’t find Meyer lemons you can always use regular lemons. If you do use regular lemons, adding a splash of orange juice may help balance the tartness and give you a closer taste to Meyer lemon juice.

    Recipes that use Lemon Curd

    As I mention, lemon curd has many uses. Check out my Meyer Lemon Cream Puffs, Easy Lemon Curd Filled Cupcakes and my Lemon Curd Cocktail recipes for different ways to use your homemade lemon curd. You can also use lemon curd as a condiment for toast or waffles, a filling for donuts, or served with fresh berries for a light and refreshing treat.

    lemon cream puff with whipped cream and Meyer lemon curd inside
    Cream Puffs with Meyer Lemon Curd inside

    Can You Freeze Lemon Curd?

    Yes! Lemon curd can be frozen for up to 3-6 months. Once you are ready to use it, remove it from the freezer and allow the curd to thaw in the fridge overnight. 

    Can Lemon Curd be Canned?

    Since there is a lot of citrus juice in lemon curd that is high in acid, it is perfect for canning in a water bath. The National Center for Food Preservation specifically says that lemon curd is safe for canning. However, their recipe is slightly different than mine in that it is a larger yield that makes sense for canning. It also calls for bottled lemon juice which has a standardized acidity (fresh lemon juice is not recommended) and superfine sugar instead of granulated sugar. Bottom line, if you want to preserve your lemon curd, use a recipe that is specifically for canning.

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    homemade lemon curd in a jar with a spoon

    Meyer Lemon Curd

    Make this Meyer lemon curd recipe and you will never buy store-bought again!
    5 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Chill Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    Servings: 1 cup
    Calories: 209kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • fine mesh sieve
    • medium saucepan
    • whisk
    • plastic wrap

    Ingredients

    • 1 teaspoon Meyer lemon zest
    • 6 tablespoon Meyer lemon juice (2-3 lemons depending on the size)
    • 6 tablespoon sugar
    • 2 large eggs, room temp
    • ¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

    Instructions

    • Whisk the lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and eggs in a pan on the stove. Cook over low heat (so you don't cook the eggs!), whisking constantly until thickened. Once the mixture has started to thicken, add the butter pieces a few at a time, whisking constantly until melted in.
      adding butter to lemon curd
    • Keep whisking until the curd is smooth and thick and coats the back of a spoon with no movement. Remove from the heat immediately.
      lemon curd when done on stove
    • Strain the lemon curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl. If you did get any cooked egg pieces these will strain out so don't worry.
      lemon curd through mesh sieve
    • Place plastic wrap directly on the top of the lemon curd so a film doesn't form on top. Chill the curd in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Store in an air-tight container in the fridge and it will last for up to a month.
      lemon curd with plastic wrap for chilling

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    Notes

    • Lemon curd can be frozen for up to 3-6 months. Once you are ready to use it, remove it from the freezer and allow the curd to thaw in the fridge overnight. 
    • If you do use regular lemons, adding a splash of orange juice may help balance the tartness and give you a closer taste to Meyer lemon juice.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4tablespoon | Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 18.7g | Protein: 3.3g | Fat: 13.7g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 62mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 18.7g | Calcium: 15mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Julie says

      January 22, 2023 at 3:47 pm

      Can you double or triple the recipe? Thank you,
      julie

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 22, 2023 at 4:17 pm

        Hi Julie, yes, you can double the recipe. Tripling it would probably be ok too but once you have too much to work with the timing gets trickier. Just keep your eye on consistency and make sure you stir constantly. Enjoy!

        Reply
    2. Anaiah says

      June 07, 2021 at 9:09 pm

      5 stars
      This was so delicious and so easy to make! It was my first time making lemon curd and you are right, I will never buy store bought again! Can't wait to try it with even more sweet treats. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 10:46 pm

        I'm so glad you enjoyed making this lemon curd. Enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says

      June 07, 2021 at 7:57 pm

      5 stars
      I'm craving so badly right now! If I don't return knackered from work, I'll try it tomorrow!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 10:46 pm

        LOL, it will be just the treat you need after a long day at work!

        Reply
    4. Kalin says

      June 07, 2021 at 7:16 pm

      I love that you included some recipes that use lemon curd! I've never made it myself before and was brainstorming different ways to use it. Thanks for your ideas!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 10:47 pm

        You're welcome! I hope you get a chance to try all of them 😁.

        Reply
    5. Gregory Halpen says

      June 07, 2021 at 5:02 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so good! I can just eat this straight from the jar!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 5:20 pm

        Not gonna lie, I have totally done that!🤣

        Reply
    6. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

      June 07, 2021 at 4:19 pm

      5 stars
      I absolutely adore lemon curd and I love how quick, easy and delicious this recipe is - so good!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 5:21 pm

        It's amazing how easy it is to make your own..and kind of dangerous, lol!

        Reply
    7. Wanda says

      June 07, 2021 at 4:13 pm

      5 stars
      I've been looking for a lemon curd recipe and I'm super excited to have found this one! Bookmarking to make on the weekend!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 5:21 pm

        Oh good, you are going to love this one!

        Reply
    8. Michelle says

      June 07, 2021 at 4:06 pm

      5 stars
      Loved this easy-to-follow recipe! The curd turned out amazing! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 5:21 pm

        You are so welcome, Michelle!

        Reply
    9. Natalie says

      June 07, 2021 at 3:39 pm

      5 stars
      Can't wait to make this. I have a box full of lemons. I will just swap sugar with low-carb sweetener. Thanks for sharing this recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:57 pm

        Perfect, let me know how it turns out. I'm sure others would like to know as well!

        Reply
    10. Jacqueline Meldrum says

      June 07, 2021 at 3:33 pm

      5 stars
      I love, love, love lemon curd. I had no idea you could freeze it.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:56 pm

        Oh yes. Now you can lemon curd on hand at all times!

        Reply
    11. AISilva says

      June 07, 2021 at 1:38 pm

      5 stars
      My kids are on a lemon kick lately and they will love this. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:56 pm

        Oh, this is the perfect recipe for that. Once I discovered I could make my own lemon curd lemons moved up on my list of favorites. LOL

        Reply
    12. Debra says

      June 07, 2021 at 12:15 pm

      5 stars
      Oh...delish! So perfect for summer desserts.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:49 pm

        Yes! I would put this stuff on everything if I could, LOL!

        Reply
    13. Sue says

      June 07, 2021 at 12:00 pm

      5 stars
      I love lemon curd but never tried Meyer lemons before. WOW! I need some more, this is SO GOOD! Thanks for an amzing recipe.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:49 pm

        I'm so glad you liked it, Sue. The Meyer lemons definitely take lemon curd to another level.

        Reply
    14. Julia says

      June 07, 2021 at 7:41 am

      5 stars
      Love the sound of this... I like lemon curd sandwiched between victoria sponges and this will be perfect for that.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:48 pm

        Oh, that sounds divine!!

        Reply
    15. Andréa Janssen says

      June 07, 2021 at 6:41 am

      5 stars
      What an easy and delicious recipe for homemade lemon curd. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:48 pm

        You are so welcome!

        Reply
    16. Freya says

      June 07, 2021 at 6:14 am

      5 stars
      This was the quickest, easiest and most delicious lemon curd recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:47 pm

        So glad to hear it!

        Reply
    17. Sangita says

      June 07, 2021 at 6:10 am

      5 stars
      Love me some lemon curd!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:47 pm

        I totally agree, it's one of my absolute favorites!

        Reply
    18. Swathi says

      June 07, 2021 at 5:42 am

      5 stars
      Meyer lemon curd recipe looks delicious

      Reply
      • Emily says

        June 07, 2021 at 3:46 pm

        Thanks, Swathi!

        Reply

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