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If you've ever made lemon curd, you probably know that it can be a chore big pain in the neck. Not this recipe! It's the most ridiculously easy lemon curd recipe, EVER. Be sure to also check out the five amazing recipes included in this post featuring, you guessed it, lemon curd!
Making homemade lemon curd can be a complicated process. It usually involves a double boiler, careful watching, stirring and standing over the stovetop. It was never on my list of favorite things to make... until I met this ridiculously easy lemon curd recipe!
This ridiculously easy lemon curd recipe? It comes together in right around 10 minutes... in the microwave! When I discovered this simple method several years ago, my negative lemon curd mindset flew out the door- ever since I've been having fun including this delicious condiment in all sorts of recipes.
If you need a little more convincing, here are a few comments from readers who have enjoyed this Ridiculously Easy Lemon Curd recipe:
I can tell you this--every OTHER lemon curd recipe was a huge failure for me and I do SO dislike waste!
Chris, this is delicious and truly very easy. Thank you so much for this recipe.
Superb, easy recipe. I would love to add your pretty labels to my jars. I have made other lemon curds and this was by far the easiest and quickest with the least amount of mess. It has become my go-to recipe for curd. I have used it on top of fresh fruit, to make dips, fill cakes and even used it in my favorite sour cream cheesecake recipe by adding it to the top ½ of the batter. Thanks so much for sharing!
Thank you again for this wonderful recipe. I just made a lovely batch with Meyer Lemons from my backyard tree.
It seems no matter what time of year, lemon is always in season. If you haven't tried this Ridiculously Easy Lemon Curd recipe, you're in for a BIG treat!
What to do with lemon curd
If you don't know what to do with lemon curd, here are a few fabulous suggestions:
- Serve it with English muffins, scones, biscuits, toast...
- It's delicious on pancakes instead of syrup. Offer fresh fruit to pair with it.
- Fold a bit of it into whipped cream to serve with desserts for a heavenly lemon-infused treat.
- Serve it as an ice cream sauce with fresh raspberries or strawberries, delish!
- Swirl a spoonful into Greek yogurt for an amazing breakfast treat.
- Layer it between shortbread cookies for a fabulous confection.
- For a simple but delicious dessert, drizzle it over seasonal fresh fruit and sprinkle with a little shower of poppy seeds as pictured below.
- Make one (or more) of the five delicious dessert recipes featured in this post!
Four fabulous things to make with lemon curd
Besides all of the above, I wanted to share five lemon curd recipes that will simply blow your mind. They're all easy to put together, crazy-delicious and are perfect for the upcoming spring season and all the celebrations that come with it.
Ready? Here we go!
This delicious Lemon Curd Mousse is so elegant, yet easy enough to make an ordinary day special. It tastes like a creamy, fluffy lemon cloud with a layer of graham cracker-coconut-pecan crunch on the bottom.
With a buttery, press-in crust and crumb topping (made from the same dough)Â and an easy lemon curd filling, this heavenly Lemon Curd Shortbread Tart is beyond delicious!
This Lemon Curd Ricotta Crumb Cake is a fabulous, four-layer Italian dessert. The crust and crumb topping are made from the same sweet, buttery dough, making it quick and easy; no special equipment is needed!
Made with our easy microwave lemon curd, these buttery, crisp Ridiculously Easy Lemon Curd Shortbread Tartlets will steal the show and bring rave reviews!
And last  but definitely not least, this AMAZING cake:
This easy Lemon Curd Poppy Seed Cake recipe includes a tender-crumbed, super moist white cake with a delicious lemon curd filling and icing. Make the ridiculously easy lemon curd in minutes!
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So don't waste any time! Pick up a few lemons at the grocery store or, if you're lucky enough to have a lemon tree growing in your yard, RUN out and pick a handful. Make a batch of this Ridiculously Easy Lemon Curd and plan on making one or more of these recipes. I promise you won't be disappointed!
P.S. This lemon curd makes a really fun gift (no one has to know that it only took you ten minutes to make it) so we've created a pretty little label to attach to gift jars for sharing. Check out the post to learn how to receive the free printable labels! Enjoy!!!
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My heart says to you,
"Your face, Lord, do I seek."
Psalm 27:8
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Good morning Chris.
I can’t wait to try this lemon curd but am having difficulty leaving comments/questions but I’ll try again.
Can I use the cute little jars you used for your Tuscan Herb Sea Salt Blend for the lemon curd?
I ordered both the jars and the blue twine from Amazon that you used. I LOVE the jars and can’t wait to use them!
Also, do you think this recipe can be adjusted to make orange curd?
Many thanks for any help you can give me; I greatly appreciate it!
Hi Susan, yes, you can use the same jars! We haven't tried this recipe with oranges but other readers have reported success with limes and grapefruit. Enjoy!
MANY, MANY THANKS!!
Susan
Please send me the Lemon Curd printable label. Thank you!
I am new to your site and excited to try sooooooo many of your recipes.
Sending them your way, Carol!
Hi Chris,
Please send lemon curd labels
Thank you
Glynis
Sure, Glynis!
I recently discovered your website and i tr your French Almond Cale and it was delightful. The labels are lovely. Where did you all purchase those bottles? Also can I have a copy of the printable labels?
That's great, Jillene! We will send the labels your way and here's a link to the jars- https://weckjars.com/product/902-deco-jar/
May I have the labels please.
Just sent them, Dotti!
Can the lemon curd be frozen or heat sealed to last longer? I think they would be fun gifts but am looking to make them ahead. Also please send some labels. I thought I was done with cooking, but I'm loving your recipes!!
Ha! So glad to hear that, Jean! You can freeze the lemon curd and we are happy to send the labels.
hello. i am new to your page. how do i find this recipe for lemon curd??
Hi Debbie, there was a link near the end of the post but I've added a couple more near the top as well as right here: https://thecafesucrefarine.com/ridiculously-easy-microwave-lemon-curd/
Please send lables
Sure, Carol!
I keep your lemon curd recipe year-round. It is delicious on anything you put it on. I am almost out and will have to make some more soon.
Would you please send me the labels. Thank you!
That's great, Marian! Sending the labels your way.
Please send lemon curd labels. Thank you.
Sure, Terry!
Please send lemon curd labels thanks
I have made many lemon curd recipes over the years and yours is the very best. I love it for it's amazing flavor and it IS ridiculously easy to make. I use many of your recipes and your scones recipes are the best! I appreciate your blog so much.
Thank you for the kind and encouraging comment, Marcia!
I’ve had the pleasure of making this recipe a few times now. It’s a winner! Would you send me the labels, please?
Happy Easter! ✝️
Thanks, Charlene! Sending the labels your way!
I forgot to ask., may I please get your labels?
This sounds wonderful! I look forward to makeing a batch and making some of your amazing recipes, yummy!
Enjoy, Dannette!
I would love to try this, Chris. Could you send me the labels? Happy Easter to you and your family.
Sending them your way, Paula. Happy Easter!
Easy lemon curd !! Lemons are just appearing on my little tree now so this is a excellent way to use them. Could you send the PDF labels please and many thanks for sharing these recipes.
That's great, Morris! Sending them your way.
Hello,
Sounds heavenly. Can I please get the labels. Thanks so much!
Love all your recipes. Need the labels. Thanks so much.
Thanks, Trish! Sending them your way.
Sure, Tina!
Thank you for your ridiculously easy recipes! I've tried the lemon curd several times and it is absolutely delicious. Could you please send me a printable label?
That's great, Veronica! Sending them your way.
I have made this and immediately threw away all of my lemon curd recipes, none of which had ever truly hit the spot. This stuff is FABULOUS!!! I give it 20 stars. I will always have it in my fridge.
Awesome! Thank you for the review, Ellen!