Keto Sugar Free Lemon Curd

Name: Keto Sugar Free Lemon Curd
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 11 min
Ingredients: 3 large eggs (room temperature); ⅔ cup powdered low carb sweetener; ½ cup fresh lemon juice (juice of about 2 large lemons); 1 ½ tsp finely grated lemon zest (use a Microplane zester to grate fine enough so no straining of curd is needed.); 4 tbsp butter (room temperature diced)

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Keto Sugar Free Lemon Curd is a low carb, paleo, creamy, tangy, refreshing lemon curd that can be used as filling in pies, lemon tarts, lemon bars, lemon parfaits, and other keto baked goods.

Super low in carbs, this lemon curd is 0 net carbs per 1 tablespoon of the curd.

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Lemon desserts are simply my favorite, as you probably already know by the number of lemon treat recipes I have on this site.

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Lemon desserts are simply my favorite, as you probably already know by the number of lemon-flavored treat recipes I have on this site.

This tangy but sweet, super low carb lemon curd recipe is so versatile and perfect for using as a pie or tart filling, in lemon bar recipes, lemon parfaits, or even served on low carb muffins or scones as a condiment.

I used this lemon curd recipe in my Easy Keto Lemon Cream Fool recipe below:

Easy Keto Lemon Cream Fool

Easy Keto Lemon Cream Fool is a simple to make, low carb treat, which tastes like having a lemon cream pie in a glass.

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I used it in this Keto Lemon Supreme Tarts recipe below also:

Keto Lemon Supreme Tarts

Keto Lemon Supreme Tarts are so sweet, tart, creamy, and refreshing with a buttery tart crust, a sweet whipped cream cheese layer, and a tangy sugar-free lemon curd layer.

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The uses are practically endless.

I used a Microplane zester to make the lemon zest in this recipe fine enough so that you don’t need to strain the zest from the curd after making.

That made life much easier and especially since I don’t seem to own a fine-mesh sieve. I will have to remember to put that gadget on my holiday gift list.

Common Questions About the Keto Sugar Free Lemon Curd Recipe

Can I use lemon concentrate instead of fresh lemon juice in the recipe?

For the best results, I recommend using freshly squeezed lemons.

What do I do if my lemon curd curdles?

You can strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve if your lemon curd curdles.

What do I do if my lemon zest turned out too large and not fine enough?

If you did not use a micro zester then you may need to strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve.

What do I do if my lemon curd is sour and not sweet enough?

You can add and stir in more sweetener to taste if needed.

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Keto Sugar Free Lemon Curd is a low carb, paleo, creamy, tangy, refreshing lemon curd that can be used as filling in pies, tarts, lemon bars, parfaits, and other keto baked goods.

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Prep Time 3 mins

Cook Time 8 mins

Total Time 11 mins

Course americ, Dessert, treats

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 79 kcal

Ingredients

3 large eggs room temperature
⅔ cup powdered low carb sweetener
½ cup fresh lemon juice juice of about 2 large lemons
1 ½ tsp finely grated lemon zest use a Microplane zester to grate fine enough so no straining of curd is needed.
4 tbsp butter room temperature diced

Instructions

In a small saucepan (not heated yet), combine sweetener, lemon juice, lemon zest, and eggs. Whisk until combined.
Add the butter and cook over medium-low heat, while stirring continuously with a whisk or wooden spoon, until the first bubble appears and the curd is thick enough to hold marks of the whisk or spoon, about 4-7 minutes.
Transfer the hot lemon curd to a jar and cover the surface with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate until cold, then remove the plastic wrap and replace it with a lid. The lemon curd will keep fresh in the refrigerator for about 1 week. Makes just under 2 cups.

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Notes

Tips:

Try to use fresh lemon juice for lemon curd, not the store-bought prepared concentrate variety for a better-tasting result.

Don’t use aluminum or unlined copper pans or spoons when heating the curd. They could have a reaction with the acids in the lemons and can discolor the curd and create a metallic aftertaste.

*all nutritional data are estimates based on the products I used*

Yield: 2 cups, Servings: 8, Serving Size: 1 tbsp, Amounts per serving- Net Carbs per Serving: 0g

Nutrition

Serving: 1tbspCalories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 0gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 27mgPotassium: 28mgFiber: 0gSugar: 0g

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Marilyn C.
April 19, 2021 at 3:11 pm

Made the lemon curd tarts. Outstanding! We are going away with three other couples and I'm making several keto desserts among which will be the tarts. I will not tell them that they are keto, and they will never know. (Of course, I'll let them know after they rave about how delicious the tarts and.) My guess is they'll fight over who gets the last four, lol. Thanks for an amazing recipe. And you are right, the portions keep us from eating too much which in this case is very easy to do!
- Stacey
  April 20, 2021 at 10:07 am
  Thank you, Marilyn, for trying the tarts, your very kind words & for sharing your experience. I know what you mean, if I made this into a whole pie, I would eat the whole pie, lol.
DeeAnn
March 24, 2021 at 8:15 am
Could this be canned and put on shelf like the stores? Would like to make for gifts- it’s so good thank you
- Stacey
  March 24, 2021 at 10:00 am
  Hi Deann, I'm pretty sure it could be canned and vacuum-sealed and stored on a shelf if you have a pressure cooker or other canning process.
Kathy Franco
January 21, 2021 at 11:00 am
Does it thicken up after it’s cold?
- Stacey
  January 22, 2021 at 8:43 am
  Kathy, yes, it does get thicker after refrigeration.
Donny
October 05, 2020 at 7:14 am

Looks so luscious! I could just eat it all with a spoon.
Shelby
October 03, 2020 at 2:47 pm

I love lemon desserts too! They're just so refreshing!
Megan Stevens
October 03, 2020 at 7:40 am

This is so delicious. We especially love it this time of year when the weather starts getting cooler and the fresh berries are still available in the markets - that last taste of sunshine! SO good with fresh berries and whipped cream! 🙂
Kelly
October 01, 2020 at 8:02 pm

Thank you for this wonderful recipe! My mouth is watering at all of the delicious possibilities!
ChihYu
October 01, 2020 at 7:25 pm

I'm tasting a lemon tart with this beautiful curd! Smooth, creamy and zesty!
- Stacey
  October 02, 2020 at 1:22 pm
  Girl, you're reading my mind!
Jean Choi
September 28, 2020 at 3:33 pm

SO thick and creamy! I love lemon desserts and this one's a winner.

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