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Lemon Custard Filling Recipe

A tangy and sweet lemon custard filling perfect for pies, tarts, and pastries.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and flour.
  2. Gradually stir in lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
  4. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat eggs. Gradually add a small amount of hot lemon mixture to eggs, stirring constantly.
  6. Return egg mixture to saucepan and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring constantly.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and melted butter.
  8. Pour into a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
  9. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before using.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 50mg | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Custard, Filling, Lemon
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