Lemon curd in the Vitamix is a delightful lemon spread made with eggs, sugar, butter, and, of course, lemons! The Vitamix makes this recipe a breeze. It is so fun to watch right before your eyes as the ingredients are whipped together, heated, and somewhat magically transform into this curd, a beautiful fruit and sugar based spread.

Ingredients

• 5 large eggs
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (2-3 large lemons) and zest of 2-3 lemons
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature and cut into small pieces

Preparation

1. Put all ingredients EXCEPT the butter into the Vitamix. Start at Variable 1 and gradually increase to Variable 10. Blend for 5 minutes. The mixture will increase in volume, change color, and will become quite hot.
2. Reduce to Variable 3, remove the lid plug and add the pieces of butter through the lid. Blend for 30 more seconds. Be careful with the steam coming out of the top!
3. Allow to cool to room temperature then refrigerate. The lemon curd will thicken as it cools. Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight.

Cook’s Notes

A regular blender will not cook the eggs in the way that a Vitamix will. The temperature of eggs that is safe to eat is 160 degrees F. If you don’t have a Vitamix or Blendtec then use the easy microwave method or a stovetop method.

Ways to Use Lemon Curd

Lemon curd is one of those magical kitchen creations that turns simple ingredients into pure sunshine. Its creamy, tangy sweetness is as versatile as it is delicious — whether you’re spreading, swirling, or spooning it straight from the jar (no judgment here).

Here are some of my favorite ways to put homemade lemon curd to good use:

Breakfast & Brunch

• Spread it on warm toast, scones, or croissants for a bright morning treat.
• Swirl a spoonful into Greek yogurt or cottage cheese for a burst of citrus.
• Use it as a filling for crêpes or pancakes, then dust with powdered sugar.
• Drizzle over waffles or French toast in place of syrup for something special.

Desserts & Sweets

• Spoon it into a prebaked tart shell and top with whipped cream or meringue.
• Layer it between cake tiers or swirl it into buttercream for a lemony twist.
• Fill the centers of cupcakes or thumbprint cookies for a surprise bite.
• Spread it over cheesecake or layer it into trifles and parfaits with berries.
• Pipe it between macaron shells for an elegant finish.

Cool & Creative Ideas

• Swirl it through vanilla ice cream for a lemon ripple effect.
• Fold it with whipped cream and spoon into a graham cracker crust for an instant pie.
• Whisk a spoonful into cocktails or mocktails for a smooth, citrusy note.
• Pair it with soft cheeses like mascarpone or brie on a dessert board.
• Or mix it with a touch of Dijon and olive oil to glaze chicken or salmon — yes, it works beautifully in savory dishes too.

Savory or Creative Uses

• Glaze for chicken or salmon: Mix with a little Dijon mustard and olive oil.
• Cheese board pairing: Serve a small bowl alongside creamy cheeses like mascarpone or brie.
• Cocktail ingredient: Shake a spoonful into gin-based cocktails for a bright, silky texture.

However you use it, lemon curd brings a burst of sunshine to your table — sweet, silky, and impossible to resist.