Fresh Orange Curd

Brighten up your desserts with the luscious, homemade freshness of this **Fresh Orange Curd**! Bursting with zesty orange flavor from freshly squeezed juice and vibrant orange zest, this silky spread is perfectly balanced with a hint of buttery richness and just the right amount of sweetness. Made with simple ingredients like eggs, sugar, and butter, this easy-to-make curd comes together in under 30 minutes with a smooth, velvety finish thanks to a quick strain. Ideal as a spread for toast, a filling for tarts, or a topping for pancakes and yogurt, this orange curd is a versatile treat that will take your favorite dishes to citrusy new heights. Whether you’re looking for a bright addition to brunch or a decadent dessert component, this recipe is your go-to for irresistible orange essence.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 120 ml Fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 80 grams Unsalted butter
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 Large egg yolk

Directions

Step 1

In a medium heatproof bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolk, and granulated sugar until smooth. Set aside.

Step 2

In a saucepan, combine the fresh orange juice and orange zest. Heat over medium heat until warm but not boiling.

Step 3

Slowly pour the warm orange juice mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture back to the saucepan and set it over low to medium heat.

Step 5

Cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of the spoon, about 8–10 minutes. Do not let it boil.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter, one piece at a time, until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 7

Strain the orange curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any zest or cooked egg bits for a silky texture.

Step 8

Allow the orange curd to cool slightly, then transfer it to a jar or airtight container.

Step 9

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set. The curd will thicken as it cools.

Step 10

Serve as a spread, filling, or topping for your favorite dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	432 grams (432.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1225

Total Fat 83.80g	107%
Saturated Fat 44.60g	223%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 733mg	244%
Sodium 159mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 117.10g	43%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 110.30g
Protein 16.50g	33%

Vitamin D 98IU	490%
Calcium 116mg	9%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 426mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.5%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 36.3%