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Easy Blueberry Curd Recipe

A creamy and tangy blueberry curd that's perfect for spreading on toast, filling pastries, or topping desserts.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, spread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Blueberry Curd
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries or frozen
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cut into pieces

Method
 

Prepare the Blueberry Mixture
  1. In a saucepan, combine the blueberries and sugar. Cook over medium heat until the blueberries release their juices, about 5 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and mash the blueberries with a fork or potato masher.
Cook the Curd
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice. Gradually add the blueberry mixture, whisking continuously.
  2. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and smooth.
Strain and Store
  1. Strain the curd through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean jar to remove any solids.
  2. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Blueberry curd can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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