Easy Microwave Lemon Curd

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Gather the ingredients.

2. Step 2

   Add the butter to a large, heatproof bowl that will fit in your microwave. Microwave for 30-second increments just until melted, about 1 to 2 minutes. Let cool for a few minutes so that the butter is melted and warm but not hot.

3. Step 3

   Add the egg yolks, egg, sugar, lemon juice, and zest. Whisk until well fully combined.

4. Step 4

   Microwave in 1-minute increments, whisking well between each increment, until the curd is thickened, coats the back of a spoon, and reaches 185 F. This will take between 5 and 10 total minutes, depending on your microwave.

5. Step 5

   Strain into a lidded container or containers, then chill for at least 4 hours. The curd will thicken up further in the fridge.