Monday, February 28, 2011

Lemon Curd Cupcakes




Aren't they so cute!  Tasty but too much work for 12 cupcakes.  But I did make homemade lemon curd - that recipe is worth sharing.

3 T plus 1 1/2 sugar
3 T lemon juice
4 1/2 t butter
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 t grated lemon peel

In a heavy saucepan, cook and stir the sugar, lemon juice and butter until smooth.  Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg, return all to pan.  Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, cook 2 minutes longer or until thickened.  Stir in lemon peel.  Cool for 10 minutes.  Cover and chill for 1 1/2 hours or until thickened.

2 comments:

  1. Katie and I are taking on "cupcakes" as one of our Young Women's projects. The curd sounds delicious....maybe add some blueberries....It isn't even 9 am and I am craving cupcakes. My new rule is not to look at your blog until after eating lunch :-)

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  2. Looks like Lincoln was napping! So fun to see all your cooking projects. Thanks for sharing!

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