Easy Low Sugar Lemon Curd

This recipe for lemon curd is easy enough to make on the first try and is low in sugar yet full of creamy, sweet-tart flavor!

I’ve been wanting to make lemon curd for a long time now and finally got inspired to do it when I saw Joanie Simon’s cute lemon curd nests!

Since I figured I’d keep it easy the first time around, I just made lemon curd as a topping for a cheesecake I had already made. Grab my mascarpone cheesecake recipe here.

So, I’m happy to report, I was able to successfully make lemon curd, my first try and it was just as delicious as I was anticipating!

I used a recipe from Epicures because their recipe called for a lot less sugar than others and didn’t need to separate the eggs. I also reduce the amount of sugar a bit more just so it didn’t turn out too sweet. After making it, I can’t imagine it being more sugary, but I typically like very tart and not too sweet. So, if you do too then you’ll like this recipe.

Lemon curd can typically be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks so make a bunch and you have leftovers!

Here are a few ideas, other than topping cheesecake, for using your lemon curd:

• Make Joanie’s Lemon Meringue Nests
• Use as a topping for crumpets, crepes, waffles, toast or pancakes
• Add it as a layer to your morning yogurt and granola
• Make these Dutch Babies by Tara Teaspoon
• Add it as a topping to these easy puff pastry danishes
• Make your own lemon curd and poppy seed pop tarts
• Top your pound cake, angel food cake, sweet bread or cheesecake
• Make shortbread lemon curd thumbprint cookies (Get my easy shortbread recipe here!)
• Serve as a dip with fresh fruit – goes well with anything!
• Serve as a dip with cookies or Nilla waffers for dessert or brunch
• Eat it by the spoon full!

The only thing special you might need to make this is a whisk and a mason jar for storage. This recipe fits perfectly in a pint sized mason jar.