Lemon Custard Filling

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

Submitted by HILARY2000
Updated on April 27, 2023
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
1 1/2 cups
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • ¼ cup cornstarch

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¾ cup water

  • 2 large egg yolks

  • ⅓ cup lemon juice

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

  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.

  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.

  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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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

70 Calories
3g Fat
12g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 70
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 3%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 39mg 13%
Sodium 64mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 5mg 0%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 12mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.