Description
This Lemon Custard Recipe delivers a silky, tangy treat perfect for any dessert lover. Made with fresh lemons, this custard is sure to brighten your day with its vibrant flavor and creamy texture.
Ingredients
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4 cups whole milk
1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
6 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons cornstarch
zest of 2 large lemons
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup powdered sugar
1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine 4 cups of whole milk, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat until bubbles form around the edges.
- In a bowl, whisk together 6 large egg yolks, remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch (if using) until smooth.
- Once the milk mixture is hot, slowly whisk it into the egg mixture to temper the eggs. Then, return the entire mixture to the saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and stir in the zest of 2 lemons and 1/3 cup of lemon juice. Pour the custard into serving dishes and let it cool.
- For the optional glaze, mix 1 cup of powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled custard before serving.
Notes
For best results, use fresh lemon juice and zest. This will ensure that your custard has a vibrant flavor. Allow the custard to cool completely before adding the glaze for the best presentation.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (approx. ½ cup)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg
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