Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of this Decadent Orange Curd Recipe, where zesty oranges meet a smooth, velvety texture. This homemade treat is perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over desserts, or simply enjoying by the spoonful. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a vibrant orange curd that elevates any dish. Whether it’s for a cozy brunch or an elegant afternoon tea, this gluten-free curd is sure to impress. Plus, it makes for a delightful homemade gift that your loved ones will cherish!
Ingredients
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- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 4 large navel oranges (zested and juiced)
- 5 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 rosemary sprig
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine sugar and salt with orange zest until it resembles wet sand.
- Add egg yolks and whisk in orange juice and lemon juice until smooth.
- Cook on low-medium heat, stirring continuously for about 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in fresh rosemary and cook for an additional 5 minutes until curd coats the back of a spoon.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl with butter; whisk until melted and smooth.
- Cover with cling wrap directly onto the curd and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 90mg