Learn how to make lemon curd with egg yolks! A fresh, light and lemony filling or topping that goes great on cakes, cookies, cupcakes or any baked treat!
How to Tell if a Lemon is Ripe
I have lemons on hand all the time because we never know when we’ll want to make our favorite citrus cocktail. Plus, this magical juice just goes great in so many recipes. When picking them out at the grocery store, look for these attributes to make sure you are getting the juiciest, ripest ones:
- First, give it a good smell. Go ahead, put it right up to your nose and smell for a strong lemony scent. The stronger the scent, the riper the fruit will be.
- The deeper yellow in color they are, the juicier they are, as well.
- The heavier it feels in your hands, the more juice is hiding inside.
- Gently squeeze it in your hands. The more give it has, the juicier it’ll be. If it is too squishy it may be past its prime, so be sure it doesn’t give too much.
What To Do With Lemon Curd
Check out this extensive collection of ideas about what to do with lemon curd. Recipes included (but aren’t limited to):
- These Lemon Bars are perhaps my favorite fruity dessert on planet Earth.
- If you’re aiming to please, this Lemon Blueberry Cake will do the trick.
- Spoon over top a few scoops of vanilla ice cream or yogurt for a sweet snack.
- Try this yummy Fluffy Banana Cake with Banana Filling from MamaGourmand.
Leftover egg yolks? Make THIS! #keto #lemoncurd
FAQ
Can we eat egg yolk and curd together?
Yes, you can eat eggs with curd. There is no scientific reason why eggs and curd, or yogurt, cannot be consumed together. In fact, this combination can be a nutritious and delicious meal option, as eggs are a rich source of protein, while yogurt is a good source of calcium and probiotics.
Can you mix egg yolk with yogurt?
we did find that adding the yogurt to the eggs was the best way to go. the more you whisk the eggs the softer the curds and the lighter the egg. you can see it’s very soft and the yogurt gives you a really really creamy texture. and this is how I like it.
What is the best combo for curd?
Take fruits like banana, strawberry, mango, chikku and other such fruits in a blender and add a cupful of thick curd.