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small batch lemon curd in a jar on a plate with a spoon and some lemons
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Small Batch Lemon Curd

Tangy, sweet, smooth lemon filling or spread for many delightful treats.
Course Dessert
Cuisine British
Keyword lemon curd, lemon filling, lemon spread, small batch lemon curd
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 16 servings
Calories 33kcal
Author Christina

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 1/2 Tsp lemon zest

Instructions

  • Combine the butter and sugar and beat with an electric mixer on high for several minutes until it's light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg and vigorously beat again until fluffy again.
  • Add the juice and zest and beat once again
  • In a small saucepan, cook the mixture on low heat, stirring constantly until it begins the thicken.
  • Remove from heat, it will thicken more as it cools.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Tablespoons | Calories: 33kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 8mg | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 59IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg