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    Published: May 4, 2023 by DJ · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

    Easy Vegan Lemon Curd

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    Simple Tangy & Sweet Curd

    We all love simple recipes around here and this vegan lemon curd epitomises that to a tee. All you need to do is add all the ingredients to a pan and heat it. That's it. I told you it was simple.

    You can use your lemon curd as a topping for so many other treats and desserts and it always comes as a welcome option in the fridge.

    Also see my vegan condensed milk which is another nice addition to many of my recipes.

    Important Ingredients Overview & Notes

    The seven recipe ingredients that you will need to make my vegan lemon curd.
    • Cornstarch - this makes a great thickener for the lemon curd.
    • Plant milk - Choose a neutral tasting plant milk for this recipe, whether that be oat milk, almond milk, soy milk etc.
    • Freshly squeezed lemon juice - avoid using any artificial lemon juice for this recipe. Freshly squeezed is the only way that I advise.
    • Turmeric - this will give the lemon curd the bright yellow colour that we all know and love.
    A hand holding up a mason jar filled with vegan lemon curd.

    How To Make Vegan Lemon Curd

    STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

    For the full method and ingredient amounts, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    The dry ingredients combined inside a small saucepan.

    1: Combine the sugar and cornstarch inside a small saucepan.

    The wet ingredients have been added to the pan, creating a dark yellow colour.

    2: Add the remaining ingredients.

    The mixture has been heated on the stove. It is now a bright yellow.

    3: Whisk the mixture over the heat until it begins to thicken.

    The lemon curd cooling at room temperature. It has thickened inside a small ramekin.

    4: Let it thicken more, off the heat.

    Why This Recipe Is Great:

    • It is deliciously tangy and sweet.
    • The colour is a beautiful yellow.
    • This lemon curd is so easy to make.
    • It only requires a handful of ingredients.
    • The recipe is fully vegan and dairy free.
    A small ramekin filled with bright yellow lemon curd. A small spoon leans on the side of it.

    Expert Tips & Tricks

    Don't Over-Cook The Lemon Curd

    When you are whisking the mixture inside the saucepan, keep an eye on the consistency at all times. As soon as you notice that the curd has thickened a little, remove from the heat. Don't forget that it will continue to thicken at room temperature as it cools.

    Use Turmeric

    This is a game changer when it comes to the presentation of the lemon curd. Without it, the curd will be an incredibly pale yellow colour. It's amazing that such a small amount of turmeric can give it such a vibrant shade of yellow!

    What Can I Use This Vegan Lemon Curd For?

    This lemon curd can be used for many things such as, on pancakes and waffles, it can be mixed into yogurt, you can spread it onto toast or you can even make lemon tarts with it. The possibilities are endless.

    Storage Tips

    I love to use this the day I make it for optimum freshness but it will keep in the fridge inside a jar for up to 4 days.

    Vegan lemon curd being dripped  from a spoon into a ramekin.

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    Vegan lemon curd inside a meson jar. It is dripping down the sides.

    Easy Vegan Lemon Curd


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    • Author: Vegan Treats Blogger
    • Total Time: 3 minutes
    • Yield: 2 Servings 1x
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    My vegan lemon curd compliments so many treats such as, pancakes, waffles, cakes and even your breakfast oatmeal. 


    Ingredients

    Units Scale

    For the lemon curd:

    • 10g cornstarch
    • 30g granulated sugar
    • 40ml plant milk
    • 20ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
    • 25g coconut oil (room temperature)
    • 1/8th teaspoon turmeric

    Instructions

    Make the lemon curd:

    1. Mix your cornstarch with the granulated sugar inside a small saucepan.
    2. Next, add the plant milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, coconut oil and turmeric. Place the saucepan over a medium-low heat.
    3. Once it begins to simmer, whisk continuously for roughly 1-2 minutes. As soon as you notice that it has thickened just a little, remove from the heat and pour into a jar.
    4. It will continue to thicken while it cools, and it will now be a bright yellow colour. If you mix for too long, it will become lumpy in the pan.
    5. Serve with dairy free ice cream or pour over pancakes. The possibilities are endless!
    6. If you are not using it immediately, store inside the fridge, where it will thicken more.
    • Prep Time: 1 minute
    • Cook Time: 2 minutes
    • Category: Quick & Easy
    • Method: Cooking
    • Cuisine: Lemon Curd

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: Half a portion.
    • Calories: 195
    • Sugar: 15.3 g
    • Sodium: 16.5 mg
    • Fat: 12.7 g
    • Carbohydrates: 20.7 g
    • Protein: 0.2 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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    1. Valery Durham says

      May 10, 2023 at 10:22 pm

      So simple and delish!

      ★★★★★

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