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Lemon Custard Filling

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15 min

Lemon Custard Filling

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Time

15 min

Serving

12 persons

Calories

70

Rating

3.00★ (67)

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Author: Victoria Buriak
This lemon custard recipe makes the perfect filling for a white, yellow, or citrus cake!

Ingredients

  • white sugar: 0.5 cup
  • cornstarch: 0.25 cup
  • salt: 0.25 tsp
  • water: 0.75 cup
  • egg yolks: 2 piece
  • lemon juice: 0.33333 cup
  • unsalted butter: 2 Tbsp

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  1. Combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until sugar is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
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  2. Whisk water and egg yolks together in a small bowl; pour into sugar the mixture, whisking until fully incorporated. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.
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  3. Remove from the heat and stir in lemon juice and butter until incorporated. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit until completely cooled.
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