Fresh Lime Curd

A smooth and zesty lime curd made by whisking sugar, butter, eggs, and juice until thick and creamy.

Cook Time

15 mins

Produces

4 people

Allergies

Vegetarian

Vegan

Dairy Free

Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

117
g

Golden Caster Sugar

112g plus 1 tsp

Dairy

30
g

Unsalted Butter

25g plus 1 tsp, cold, cut into pieces

2
piece

Eggs

Large, lightly beaten

Fruits

1
piece

Lime Zest

Freshly grated zest of 1 lime

Liquids

60
ml

Lime Juice

Juice of 2 limes

Steps

Combine sugar, butter, eggs, and lime juice in a heavy saucepan over low heat.
Whisk the mixture frequently for 12 to 15 minutes until thick enough to hold whisk marks.
Strain the curd through a sieve into a clean bowl immediately.
Stir in the lime zest and allow the mixture to cool.