Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of this Decadent Orange Curd Recipe, a delightful creation that combines sweet and tangy notes for a luscious treat. Perfect for enhancing your breakfast spread or as a delectable filling for pastries, this curd is a versatile addition to any culinary repertoire. Made with fresh oranges and lemons, it delivers a bright flavor that can elevate any dish. Whether you’re hosting brunch or indulging at home, this easy-to-make curd comes together in just under 30 minutes. Treat yourself to this creamy delight on toast, scones, or as a unique dessert topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 4 large navel oranges (zested and juiced)
- 5 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 rosemary sprig
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and salt with orange zest until it resembles wet sand.
- Add egg yolks, orange juice, and lemon juice; whisk until blended.
- Heat over low-medium heat while stirring continuously until thickened (10-15 minutes).
- Stir in rosemary and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Strain through a sieve into a bowl with butter; mix until melted.
- Cover directly with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 120mg