Ultimate Lemon Custard: Unforgettable Burst of Flavor!

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

  • ½cupwhite sugar

  • ¼cupcornstarch

  • ¼teaspoonsalt

  • ¾cupwater

  • 2largeegg yolks

  • cuplemon juice

  • 2tablespoonsunsalted butter

Cooking Directions

  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, 3 to 5 minutes.

  2. Whisk water and egg yolks together in a small bowl; pour into sugar the mixture, whisking until fully incorporated. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.

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

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe12
Calories70
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
3g
3%
Saturated Fat
2g
8%
Cholesterol
39mg
13%
Sodium
64mg
3%
Total Carbohydrate
12g
4%
Dietary Fiber
0g
0%
Total Sugars
9g
Protein
1g
1%
Vitamin C
3mg
3%
Calcium
5mg
0%
Iron
0mg
1%
Potassium
12mg
0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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