Lemon Curd is the PERFECT treat for Summer. Sweet, tangy, and refreshing, this keto-friendly lemon curd will take you to Summer days with its light flavor and low carb content.
Wahoo! Next thing you know, you will be spreading it on every single keto baked good you can find.
If you’ve enjoyed a scone with lemon glaze before, you’ve probably experienced a small fraction of the bliss you will experience once you try one topped with lemon curd instead.
What is lemon curd and where did the idea come from?
Lemon curd is a traditional English custard that is typically served on scones with clotted cream or over ice-cream. It was first created by the famous chef, Charles Ranhofer in 1869 to honor Queen Victoria’s visit of America. It contains eggs butter and sugar but for this recipe, erythritol replaces the sugar for a healthier alternative. The idea came from one of his chefs who had just returned from England after visiting family there.
What’s the difference between lemon pie filling and lemon curd?
Although they are similar, lemon curd and lemon filling are not one in the same. Lemon curd tends to be thicker and richer in flavor than lemon pie filling. Lemon curd is used as a topping for different desserts, but would probably be too rich to fill an entire pie with.
Uses For Lemon Curd
Keto lemon curd is extremely versatile, you can add it to pretty much anything, pancakes, waffles, scones, an array of different pastries, and yogurt. It adds the perfect amount of tangy sweetness to any dessert or breakfast.
You could serve keto pancakes for breakfast topped with blueberries, lemon curd and powdered sugar, the perfect combo!
My favorite way to serve lemon curd is to pair it with dairy free chia pudding. The zesty, rich, tang of the lemon curd complements the softer vanilla flavor of the pudding.
What You Need To Make Keto Lemon Curd
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup powdered erythritol
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
How To Make Keto Lemon Curd
- In a pyrex bowl sitting over a pan of barely simmering water, whisk together the eggs, sweetener, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Whisk continuously until it thickens, which is about 10 minutes. Just when you start to think that you’ve done something wrong and that it won’t ever thicken, BOOM magic happens. Just keep going.
- Immediately remove from heat and add the butter. Once melted continue to whisk until the curd is smooth.
- Place in the fridge until fully chilled before your serve.
What do I serve Lemon Curd with?
Lemon curd is such a versatile recipe that can be served a million ways. It goes well with pastries like scones, muffins, pound cakes or even on toast for breakfast. You could also use it as a filling between layers of cake and frosting. With its bright yellow color and tart flavor, this lemon dish is perfect to enjoy in the Summer sun!
What are some of the benefits of Lemons in the diet?
- Lemons are full of vitamin C which helps with healthy immune systems, and can boost your energy when you might be feeling low.
- Lemons are perfect for any plant-based diet, as they contain vitamin C and citric acid which helps your body absorb the non-heme iron.
- Lemon and Weight Loss: Lemons also contain pectin which will fill you up without adding any calories so they’re an excellent choice if you want less sugar but don’t want to sacrifice flavor as well!
- Lemon and Digestion: Lemons are a great way to help with digestion. They have enzymes in them that can break down proteins and make it easier for your body to digest meat, beans or other foods.
- Lemon juice may help prevent kidney stones by helping the body release more urine. A study found that people who drank lemonade for three weeks were able to urinate an average of 1 liter higher than those in a control group, thereby reducing the chance of developing a stone and suffering from this painful condition.
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Want more lemon recipes to try? Check these out!
- Lemon Bars By Sally’s Baking Addiction
- Lemon Meltaways By Saving Room For Dessert
- Lemon Sugar Cookies By Modern Honey
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