Vegan Lemon Curd
This delightfully tangy Vegan Lemon Curd is a zesty, dairy-free spread that is a breeze to make. It’s bursting with fresh lemon goodness and is perfect for adding a citrus twist to your cakes, bakes and breakfasts!
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Serves: 8
Calories: 183kcal
Ingredients
- 230 g dairy free cream (Elmlea Plant Double Cream or Alpro Soya Cream work well*)
- 150 g granulated sugar (or caster sugar)
- 150 ml fresh lemon juice (4-5 lemons)
- 50 g cornflour plus 50g water (mixed together)
- ⅛ tsp turmeric (optional: for added colour)
Equipment
- Non-Stick Saucepan
Instructions
- Add the cream and sugar to a saucepan and whisk together over a medium heat until the sugar has melted and the mixture has combined.230 g dairy free cream, 150 g granulated sugar
- Keep the saucepan on the heat and add the lemon juice a tablespoon at a time, continually whisking to ensure it combines without curdling.150 ml fresh lemon juice
- Once all of the lemon juice has been added, add the cornflour mixture and turmeric to the saucepan. Whisk together and simmer for 2-5 minutes until thickened, stirring regularly.50 g cornflour plus 50g water, 1/8 tsp turmeric
- Taste and add 15-30ml more lemon juice if you prefer your lemon curd to be tangier.
- Transfer the lemon curd to a jar and once cooled, seal with an airtight lid.
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Notes
Vegan / Dairy Free / Egg Free
Recipe inspired by: England
*We don't recommend using coconut cream for this recipe as it tends to add a coconut flavour. Use a more neutral flavoured cream, such as soya, for optimal results.
Please check the allergens on the ingredients you purchase before use. The allergen information provided in this recipe is intended as a guide only and is based on the specific ingredients and brands used at the time of creating the recipe, therefore we cannot guarantee that the same will apply to the ingredients you use.
Prep time excludes any inactive time.
We highly recommend you use the metric and 1x options on this recipe card for the best results. Please note that this recipe has not been tested using US measurements or increasing ingredient quantities to 2x or 3x, therefore results may vary.
Nutrition
Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 20g | Net Carbohydrates: 26g
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