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Lemon Custard Filling

Lemon Custard Filling

Cost $3.5, save $10

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  • 10 Min
  • 12 Servings
  • $3.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Dry Ingredients

    • 🧂 ½ cup white sugar
    • ¼ cup cornstarch
    • 🧂 ¼ teaspoon salt

  • Liquid Ingredients

    • 💧 ¾ cup water
    • 🍋 ⅓ cup lemon juice

  • Other Ingredients

    • 🥚 2 large egg yolks
    • 🧈 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

STEPS

1

Combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until sugar is melted.

2

Whisk water and egg yolks together in a small bowl; pour into the sugar mixture, whisking until fully incorporated. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.

3

Remove from the heat and stir in lemon juice and butter until incorporated. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit until completely cooled.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

70

Calories

  • 1
    Protein
  • 12
    Carbs
  • 3
    Fats

💡 Use fresh lemon juice for a brighter flavor.Ensure constant stirring to avoid lumps in the custard.Cover the custard with plastic wrap tightly placed over the surface to prevent a skin from forming while cooling.