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    Home » Gluten Free Dessert Recipes

    Eggless Lemon Curd

    Published: Apr 10, 2021 · Modified: Jun 9, 2022 by Lee · This post may contain affiliate links · 21 Comments .

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    This lemon curd recipe is utter perfection. Like liquid gold it’s creamy, tangy, sweet...and the best part...egg free, in addition to gluten free and nut free of course. It could be vegan as well by using a non dairy milk of choice and vegan baking sticks.

    Bright yellow Eggless Lemon Curd in a glass ramekin.

    For more zesty lemon recipes, try my No Churn Lemon Ice Cream, Lemon Cupcakes, Lemon Drizzle Cupcakes, and Blueberry Lemon Loaf.

    Egg allergies don’t mean you can’t enjoy lemon curd. Normally made with SIX eggs...it can actually be made completely egg free.

    I found this wonderful lemon curd recipe from Mommy’s Home Cooking and the only thing I did differently was I used turmeric for color instead of yellow food coloring (only because I didn’t have any).

    The recipe is wonderful and only takes a few minutes to make.

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    • Eggless Lemon Curd

    Ingredient Notes

    Granulated sugar- This give the curd that lovely sweetness.

    Cornstarch- It is what helps the curd to thicken since we are using zero eggs.

    Salt- To draw out the citrus flavor even more so.

    Milk of choice- Like the cornstarch, it helps to thicken the curd.

    Lemons- We need about 4-5 for the juice and of course one for the zest.

    Turmeric- To give it this gorgeous yellow color.

    Unsalted butter or vegan baking stick- At the end to add delicious flavor and of course tho thicken as well.

    See my recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.

    How to Make Eggless Lemon Curd

    Here are the step by step instructions to make this curd!

    Step 1: Wash the Lemons

    Wash the lemons. Take one and zest the entire thing. That should give you about 1 tablespoon of zest. Set aside.

    Step 2: Juice

    Juice 4-5 lemons until you have ½ cup of fresh squeezed lemon juice. Make sure to take the seeds out. 

    Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients

    In a small saucepan, mix the granulated sugar, cornstarch, salt and turmeric.

    The turmeric is just for more of a yellow color so you can leave it out if you wish. 

    Step 4: Whisk in the Wet Ingredients

    Add in the milk, lemon juice and lemon zest. Mix everything together with a small whisk. 

    Step 5: Heat

    Place the saucepan on medium low heat and whisk constantly until the mixture starts to bubble and thicken like a pudding consistency. It should coat the back of a spoon. 

    Step 6: Add in the Butter

    Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the butter or vegan baking stick until it has melted.

    Step 7: Strain

    Place a mesh colander over a heat proof bowl and pour the curd through the colander to strain it. It will now be silky smooth. 

    Step 8: Let it Cool

    Let cool on the counter for a few min. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge. It will thicken more. 

    If you want it thinner, just scoop some out into another heat safe bowl and microwave for a few seconds before using. Enjoy! 

    This eggless lemon curd is super delish; I can’t wait to use it in a bunch of my baking! The most perfect eggless lemon curd for all your lemony treats!! Enjoy!

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    Bright yellow Eggless Lemon Curd in a glass ramekin.

    Eggless Lemon Curd

    Author: Lee
    This lemon curd recipe is utter perfection. Like liquid gold it’s creamy, tangy, sweet...and the best part...egg free, in addition to gluten free and nut free of course. It could be vegan as well by using a non dairy milk of choice and vegan baking sticks.
    5 from 14 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Curds
    Cuisine British
    Servings 24 Servings
    Calories 34 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
    • Pinch of salt
    • 1 cup milk of choice
    • ½ cup fresh lemon juice from about 4-5 lemons
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
    • Pinch of turmeric
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or vegan baking stick

    Instructions
     

    • Wash the lemons. Take one and zest the entire thing. That should give you about 1 tablespoon of zest. Set aside.
    • Juice 4-5 lemons until you have ½ cup of fresh squeezed lemon juice. Make sure to take the seeds out. 
    • In a small saucepan, mix the granulated sugar, cornstarch, salt and turmeric.
    • The turmeric is just for more of a yellow color so you can leave it out if you wish. 
    • Add in the milk, lemon juice and lemon zest. Mix everything together with a small whisk. 
    • Place the saucepan on medium low heat and whisk constantly until the mixture starts to bubble and thicken like a pudding consistency. It should coat the back of a spoon. 
    • Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the butter or vegan baking stick until it has melted.
    • Place a mesh colander over a heat proof bowl and pour the curd through the colander to strain it. It will now be silky smooth. 
    • Let cool on the counter for a few min. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge. It will thicken more. 
    • If you want it thinner, just scoop some out into another heat safe bowl and microwave for a few seconds before using. Enjoy! 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 34kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 6mgPotassium: 21mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 46IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Lia says

      July 09, 2025 at 9:40 am

      5 stars
      I don't like meringues, but love a lemon pie. This is a perfect solution for a curd that does not leave me with 4 unused egg whites... It is really tasty and has a lovely texture!

      Reply
      • Lee says

        July 09, 2025 at 1:36 pm

        Thanks so much!

        Reply
    2. awesome sauce says

      March 28, 2025 at 7:29 am

      5 stars
      soo good my little sister loves it on it's own

      Reply
    3. Kim says

      September 29, 2024 at 2:05 am

      5 stars
      I made this just now it was so easy and tastes great

      Reply
    4. Hannah says

      March 12, 2023 at 12:59 pm

      5 stars
      amazing, looks and tastes like lemon curd

      Reply
      • Lee says

        March 12, 2023 at 2:45 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
      • Barbi Conley says

        May 15, 2024 at 11:44 pm

        Can this be made with a sugar substitute?

        Reply
        • Lee says

          May 16, 2024 at 10:26 am

          I have not tried with a substitute but many people make my recipes using monk fruit sweetener, swerve or stevia. Hope this helps!

      • Lisa says

        October 20, 2024 at 12:54 am

        This is delicious!! Thank you.

        Reply
    5. Eyvonne says

      February 04, 2023 at 8:32 am

      This is the first time I have ever made lemon curd, and it was delicious, I couldn’t stop eating it, I don’t like eggs but I can’t imagine curd could be any better with them. Thanks for sharing your recipe, I’ll be making it often,

      Reply
      • Lee says

        February 04, 2023 at 9:20 am

        So glad you loved it!

        Reply
        • Ofra says

          April 29, 2024 at 12:02 pm

          5 stars
          Amazing recipe, just made it and we ate half before it reached the pastry base 😍

    6. Dyn says

      September 19, 2022 at 5:59 pm

      Milk of choice? Could I use canned coconut milk or another plant based milk or do you think it would get weird?

      Reply
      • Lee says

        September 20, 2022 at 10:00 am

        Sadly I cannot try it due to my son's allergies, but I read coconut milk can be used with a 1:1 ratio. Of course there will be a coconut flavor. Before my son was diagnosed with nut allergies, I used almond breeze almond milk and that worked well. Also, others have used soy milk and oat milk. Hope this helps!

        Reply
      • Steve says

        November 12, 2022 at 12:01 am

        5 stars
        I love lemon curd! Delicious!

        Reply
      • Danielle says

        June 04, 2024 at 8:34 pm

        this looks perfect for a cake filling! does it need to be refrigerated?

        Reply
        • Lee says

          June 07, 2024 at 1:26 pm

          Hi! Yes it does! I mention what to do for storage at the bottom of the recipe card. Hope this helps!

      • Melissa says

        October 11, 2024 at 12:37 am

        5 stars
        I 1:1 with unsweetened soy milk and it was fantastic!

        Reply
    7. Sofia says

      August 01, 2022 at 5:52 pm

      Can I use arrowroot starch instead of cornstarch?

      Reply
      • Lee says

        August 02, 2022 at 11:01 am

        I have not tried it with this. According to The Joy of Cooking, "Arrowroot should only be used when the sauce is to be served within 10 minutes of preparation. It will not hold, nor will it reheat." So...sadly I'm not sure it's the best replacement for this curd. I think regular flour or gluten free flour might work best.

        Reply
    8. John says

      May 02, 2022 at 5:06 pm

      5 stars
      I use this curd for all my curd fillings! The best!

      Reply
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