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.
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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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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📖 Recipe
Eggless Lemon Curd
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!
Kim
I made this just now it was so easy and tastes great
Hannah
amazing, looks and tastes like lemon curd
Lee
Thank you!
Barbi Conley
Can this be made with a sugar substitute?
Lee
I have not tried with a substitute but many people make my recipes using monk fruit sweetener, swerve or stevia. Hope this helps!
Lisa
This is delicious!! Thank you.
Eyvonne
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,
Lee
So glad you loved it!
Ofra
Amazing recipe, just made it and we ate half before it reached the pastry base 😍
Dyn
Milk of choice? Could I use canned coconut milk or another plant based milk or do you think it would get weird?
Lee
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!
Steve
I love lemon curd! Delicious!
Danielle
this looks perfect for a cake filling! does it need to be refrigerated?
Lee
Hi! Yes it does! I mention what to do for storage at the bottom of the recipe card. Hope this helps!
Melissa
I 1:1 with unsweetened soy milk and it was fantastic!
Sofia
Can I use arrowroot starch instead of cornstarch?
Lee
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.
John
I use this curd for all my curd fillings! The best!