Description
Indulge in the bright flavors of our Decadent Orange Curd Recipe! This luscious spread is not just easy to make, but it also brings a perfect balance of tangy sweetness to your dishes. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this gluten-free delight that elevates breakfast toast, scones, or serves as a delightful filling for cakes and pastries. Imagine slathering this silky curd onto warm scones or drizzling it over pancakes for an elegant twist. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or treating yourself to something special, this orange curd will be a hit at any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 4 large navel oranges (zested and juiced)
- 5 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 rosemary sprig
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and salt with orange zest until it resembles wet sand.
- Whisk in egg yolks and juices until well combined.
- Heat the mixture over low-medium heat, stirring continuously for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Add rosemary and stir for another five minutes until it coats the back of a spoon.
- Strain the curd into a bowl containing butter pieces; whisk until melted and smooth.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for about an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Tbsp (30g)
- Calories: 107
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 111mg