Description
Orange Curd is bright, silky, and packed with fresh citrus flavor that makes every bite feel a little special. This easy recipe turns simple ingredients into a smooth homemade spread that is perfect for toast, biscuits, pancakes, cupcakes, cheesecake, and dessert fillings. It is a great make-ahead option for quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, sweet snack spreads, brunch favorites, and simple food ideas when you want something sunny, creamy, and full of orange flavor.
Ingredients
1 cup fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
3/4 cup granulated sugar
4 large egg yolks
1 large whole egg
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the oranges, then zest and juice them so everything is ready before cooking.
2. In a medium heatproof bowl or saucepan, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, granulated sugar, egg yolks, whole egg, and salt until smooth.
3. Place the mixture over low heat or set it over a double boiler.
4. Cook slowly, stirring constantly with a silicone spatula or wooden spoon, until the curd thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
5. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter, a few pieces at a time, until fully melted and smooth.
6. Strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl or jar for the smoothest texture.
7. Let it cool slightly, then cover and refrigerate until chilled and set.
Notes
Do not cook Orange Curd over high heat, or the eggs may scramble before the mixture thickens properly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 120mg