For an extra smooth custard, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve after cooking. Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor; bottled juice can sometimes have a slightly bitter taste. If you don't have a double boiler, a heatproof glass bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water works just as well. The custard will thicken more as it cools, so don't worry if it seems a little thin when it's still hot.
Lemon Custard Filling
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME15 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS219
Bright, tangy, and utterly irresistible, this lemon custard transforms any cake into a citrus dream. Its silky smooth texture and vibrant flavor make it the perfect complement to your favorite baked creation.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate12 g
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Cholesterol39 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium64 mg
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Sugar9 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In the top of a double boiler (or a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water), whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Stir frequently with a rubber spatula, paying close attention to the edges to prevent burning, until the sugar is fully dissolved. (3-5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the water and egg yolks until well combined. Gradually pour this mixture into the sugar mixture, whisking constantly to ensure it's fully incorporated. (1-2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Continue to cook over simmering water, stirring continuously, until the custard thickens to a pudding-like consistency that coats the back of a spoon. (3-5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Remove from the heat and immediately stir in the lemon juice and butter until the butter is completely melted and the custard is smooth and glossy. (1-2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Transfer the custard to a clean bowl. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Let cool completely to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the custard to fully set.
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Eloise Bartell
Apr 9, 2025My family loved this custard! It's so much better than store-bought. I'll definitely be making this again.
Pietro Beatty
Mar 30, 2025I added a teaspoon of lemon zest for an extra boost of flavor, and it was delicious!
Alba Robel
Jan 13, 2025I was a bit nervous about making custard, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The plastic wrap trick really works to prevent a skin from forming!
Johnathan Schiller
Jul 29, 2024This recipe is fantastic! The custard came out perfectly smooth and lemony. It was the perfect filling for my lemon cake.