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A silver ladle pouring egg-free lemon curd into a glass jar. The curd has a rich, creamy texture and a deep yellow color. The background is light, with soft shadows accentuating the pouring action.

Easy Eggless Lemon Curd (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

Patricia Granek
Our easy homemade egg-free lemon curd features a rich lemony flavor with a creamy texture. With the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, our recipe uses simple, dairy-free, and gluten-free, ingredients to ensure anyone can indulge in the zesty goodness of freshly made fruit curd.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Gluten-free, Vegan
Servings 1 cup
Calories 46 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • ½ cup lemon juice about 3-4 lemons
  • 2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoon coconut oil
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Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Mixture: In a small saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, zest, sugar, cornstarch, and turmeric.
    ½ cup lemon juice, 2 teaspoon lemon zest, 3 tablespoon cornstarch, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Add Water Until Dissolved: Slowly add the water while continuously stirring to avoid lumps.
    1 cup water
  • Cook the Curd: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook. Stir constantly to avoid buring. Cook until the mixture starts to thicken and bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add Coconut Oil: Remove from heat and stir in the coconut oil until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
    2 tablespoon coconut oil
  • Cool: Transfer the curd to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, touching the surface to prevent skin formation. Chill in the refrigerator until set.

Notes

  • Store your lemon curd in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Perfect for filling tart shells or as a delicious topping for dairy-free and gluten-free baked goods.
⚠️Celiac Alert: Be sure to check your cornstarch to ensure it is certified gluten-free. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 46kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 0.04gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 9mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.03mgZinc: 0.01mg
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