Homemade Lemon Curd
This vibrant homemade vegan lemon curd is a citrus lover's dream, offering a perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Velvety smooth and incredibly easy to prepare, this versatile spread features zesty lemons enriched with coconut cream and vegan margarine. It is an excellent alternative for filling cakes, topping warm crumpets, or swirling into yogurt.
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk cornflour (2 tbsp) with a small amount of lemon juice (180 ml) to create a smooth slurry.
- 2
Warm the remaining lemon juice (180 ml) and lemon zest (2 tbsp) in a small saucepan over medium heat, then stir in caster sugar (4 tbsp) until dissolved.
- 3
Whisk the cornflour slurry into the pan and continue whisking over medium-high heat until the mixture thickens significantly.
- 4
Remove from the heat and whisk in coconut cream (3 tbsp), vegan margarine (3 tbsp), and fine salt (1 pinch) until the curd is velvety and combined.
- 5
Pour the mixture through a fine sieve if desired for a perfectly smooth texture, then transfer to a sterilized jar and chill until set.
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