Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 100 ml fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 80 g butter
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk together eggs and sugar until smooth and slightly pale.
- Add lemon juice and zest, mixing well.
- Place over low heat and cook while stirring constantly.
- Continue stirring until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and add butter, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
- Let cool slightly, then transfer to a container.
- Cover surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
- Cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Cook on low heat to avoid curdling the eggs.
- Stir constantly for a smooth texture.
- Adjust sugar for sweetness preference.
- Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
- Store refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 1 month if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
