Strawberry curd is a delightful twist on traditional lemon curd, offering a fruity spread that’s perfect for toast, pastries, or desserts. Follow this simple recipe to create your own batch of delicious strawberry curd at home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberry puree and sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and gradually add to the strawberry mixture, stirring continuously.
- Cook the mixture until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes. It should coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat, then stir in the cubed butter and lemon juice until smooth.
- Strain the curd through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, then transfer to a jar. Let it cool before sealing.
Enjoy your homemade strawberry curd on toast, or use it as a filling for cakes and desserts!