You’ve got to try this lemon and lime curd. Tangy lemon and lime in a creamy thick sauce, that makes the perfect topping for scones or, even better, the perfect cheesecake topping!
Why you’ll love this recipe
- It’s refreshing and decadent at the same time
- Shop bought lemon lime curd can’t compete
- It’s very simple – there are only five ingredients in the whole recipe!
Equipment needed to make this recipe
There are a few key kitchen items you’ll need to hand for this lemon curd recipe:
- Large saucepan – the indirect heat source to gently heat the curd
- Heatproof glass bowl – a glass heatproof bowl is best, as metal, as metal can react with citrus fruits to leave a metallic tang
- Jam funnel – the best way to pour your curd into the storage jars
- Storage jars – you’ll need these to store your curd
Variation for this recipe
- Leave out the butter to make it dairy-free
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Top Tip
Make sure your bowl isn’t touching the water at the bottom of the saucepan. Do this before you start whisking your ingredients
What is lemon and lime curd made of?
Fruit curds are made with five simple ingredients. Eggs, sugar, butter, and lemon and lime zest and juice.
What do you eat with this recipe?
Use it as the filling for my no bake lime cheesecake recipe!
How do you know when the curd is ready?
If it covers a spoon, then it’s thick enough. Draw your finger along the back of the spoon – the curd holds the trail without dripping, then it’s done.
How long does homemade curd last?
Unopened, your lemon lime curd will last for 3 months. Once you’ve opened it, keep it in the fridge and use it within a month.
Can you freeze it?
Yes! It’s easy to freeze. Just put it in a freezable airtight container (remember to leave a half an inch gap at the top, to allow it to expand). It’ll stay fresh for around a year when frozen.
Defrost your lemon lime curd in the fridge overnight. For best results, let it thaw for about 24 hours.
More fruit curd recipes
Can’t get enough homemade curd? Try these out:
- Lemon curd – the traditional fruit curd recipe, once you’ve made this curd you should definitely give straight lemon a try
- Lime curd – if you love lemon curd, you won’t want to miss this one
- Strawberry curd – a light mellow taste
- Kiwi curd – amazing flavours
📖 Recipe
Lemon and Lime Curd
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 26 2 tablespoon servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Learn how to make the perfect Lemon and Lime Curd packed full of citrusy flavours with a velvety, creamy texture.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 300g (2 ½ cups) sugar
- 150g (⅔ cup) butter
- 1 (1 tbsp) lime, zest only
- 1 (1 tbsp) lemon, zest only
- 80ml (⅓ cup) lime juice
- 80ml (⅓ cup) lemon juice
Instructions
- Quarter fill a large saucepan with boiling water and place over a low heat.
- Place a mixing bowl over the saucepan, if the bowl is touching the water tip some of the water out.
- Remove the mixing bowl from the top of the saucepan.
- Place the eggs in the bowl and whisk until the mixture turns pale.
- Tip in the sugar and whisk in until the sugar has dissolved.
- Add the butter, lime zest, lemon zest and the juice of the lemon and lime.
- Place the mixing bowl back on top of the saucepan. Whisk constantly until the mixture resembles a thick custard.
- Remove from the heat.
- Using a jam funnel, pour the curd into sterilized jars and immediately seal with the lids.
- Serve with whatever you like but we have served it on top of our beautiful Lime Cheesecake. Enjoy!
Notes
- After the jars are sealed, they are best stored in a cool, dark place.
- Once the jar is opened, store in the fridge and consume within 1 month. It won’t last that long though!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Preserve
- Method: Double Boiler
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 106
- Sugar: 11.9 g
- Sodium: 17.4 mg
- Fat: 5.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12.9 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 1.6 g
- Cholesterol: 55.3 mg
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