Silky Orange Curd
A smooth and luscious orange curd perfect for spreading on pastries or mixing into yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups (about 8 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Instructions
- Combine juice, zest, and sugar in a medium saucepan.
- Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl until frothy.
- Transfer the egg mixture into the saucepan with the orange blend and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Add the butter pieces and stir until melted and smooth.
- Strain the curd through a fine mesh sieve into a clean container.
- Cool the curd before sealing it in the refrigerator.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or freeze for three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
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