Sweet, tart, smooth, and creamy, homemade lemon curd really is possible in just minutes! When I saw a recipe for microwave lemon curd, I will admit that I was skeptical.
I adore lemon curd, but I am such a slacker about making it. I never want to stand by the stove and stir it for the requisite 15 minutes.
Having tried this now, I may never make lemon curd on the stove again. Microwave lemon curd really works!
This recipe is SO simple, the hardest part is juicing the lemons. If you’re lucky enough to have a kid who thinks juicing citrus is fun, it’s a total win. (Just don’t tell them it’s work, okay?)
Whisk everything together, microwave for a minute, whisk again, and repeat a couple times. Then just try to refrain from drinking the warm lemon curd as it cools. Did I mention that lemon curd is a weakness of mine? Eating it with a spoon is showing self-control in this house.
recipe adapted from and with thanks to allrecipes.com via Mom On Timeout
Angie Miller says
Can the microwaveable lemon curd be frozen?
Mary says
I've never tried that myself, Angie. I'm guessing it will be fine. Traditional lemon curd can be frozen for up to a year. Enjoy!
Karen - 2Teaspoons says
This is such a fantastic idea! I absolutely love lemon curd, but I've never made it myself because of how long it takes. I totally have to try this recipe 🙂
Magnolia Verandah says
Oh my in the microwave, what a great idea. We have an abundance of lemons at the moment this might be on the agenda for tomorrow.
Marilyn says
Can you use a sugar substitute like “Swerve”? Since I am a diabetic I cannot use sugar.
Mary Younkin says
Unfortunately, I have no idea how that might work, Marilyn. I’ve never tried it myself. If Swerve is typically a 1:1 substitution, my guess is that it will work fine though.
Briana says
Love this recipe and it works great with Swerve! I use the powdered sugar version of Swerve for a smoother consistency..
Mary Younkin says
That’s great to know, Briana!