Orange Curd
A smooth, velvety spread bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh oranges, perfect for breakfast toast and desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine the orange juice, orange zest, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
- Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl. Slowly drizzle the warm orange mixture into the eggs while whisking continuously.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cubed butter until melted and smooth.
- Cool the Orange Curd and transfer to a jar. It’s ready to use!
Notes
Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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