Vegan Lemon Curd MADE IN 10 MINUTES

This vegan lemon curd is oh so creamy with a sweet and tangy flavor. And it's so versatile, you'll want to put it on anything and everything. Plus, this vegan lemon curd recipe is so quick and easy to make! You only need a few ingredients, and 10 minutes to make it! 

The Best Vegan Lemon Curd Recipe

So, if you've never heard of lemon curd before, it is a dessert topping or spread with a lemony, buttery, and rich flavor.

And, you can think of it as a creamy, tart version of jam. It's super spreadable, and it's is a great flavor addition to just about anything that needs a little zing. 

But, honestly, every time I make this recipe, I find myself eating it by the spoonful.

Yeah, I don't even end up spreading it on anything. 

The flavor and texture are so satisfying, it's one of those things that you just want to keep eating. And, sometimes, that means eating right out of the jar.

But if you do spread it on something, it goes really well on these vegan waffles.

Anyway, besides how great this vegan lemon curd tastes, I love how simple and easy it is to make. Just 10 minutes and a few ingredients is all you need to whip it up!

That said, let's dive in and see what we will be using.

Vegan Lemon Curd Ingredients

Ok, so as I already mentioned, you'll only need a few ingredients to make this stuff. 

Here's what you'll need:

• 1 cup plant-based milk (I used full-fat unsweetened, unflavored coconut)
• ⅓ cup lemon juice 
• Zest from 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp tapioca starch (or cornstarch)
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 tbsp vegan butter
• ¼ tsp turmeric for color (optional)

Now, as you may have noticed, we'll be zesting a lemon and using lemon juice to make our vegan lemon curd.

So, to get the best results, zest the lemon first, and then squeeze it for the juice. 

And the easiest way to zest a lemon is to use a lemon zester. However, if you do not have one, you can use a vegetable peeler or a small, sharp knife.

Just carefully peel off a strip of the lemon skin, working top to bottom. And make sure only to peel the outermost layer of the skin - if the underside of the skin is showing, you have peeled too deep. 

How To Make This Lemon Curd Sugar Free

If you want to give this vegan lemon curd a healthy kick, you can swap out the sugar for a sweetener substitute. 

And whenever I substitute sugar in a recipe, I like using granulated swerve. Swerve has 0 carbs & 0 calories, but it has the same amount of sweetness as regular sugar. So, you can easily replace sugar with it in almost any recipe.

Another sweetener that works well in place of sugar is Lakanto's Monk Fruit Sweetener. It also has the same sweetness as sugar and measures out on a 1:1 ratio. And, yes, it also has 0 carbs and 0 calories.

That said, I don't suggest using a liquid sweetener for this recipe as it will throw off the lemon curd's consistency. 

Plant Based Milks To Use

So, to make this recipe vegan, we will be using plant-based milk. But, there's a lot to choose from, so let's talk about a few of my favorites.

First, let me just say that full-fat unsweetened, unflavored coconut milk works best. It gives the lemon curd the perfect amount of richness and creaminess.

But, if you do not like coconut milk, you can also use almond milk or soy milk, and the recipe will still be delicious. It just won't be as creamy and lack a little texture. 

Make sure whatever you decide to use is UNSWEETENED and UNFLAVORED. This vegan lemon curd recipe has enough added sugar to it already. Adding more will make it too sweet.

How To Make Vegan Lemon Curd

Now, as I've already mentioned, this recipe is super easy to make and only involves a couple of simple steps! 

In fact, this vegan lemon curd recipe really just comes down to combining the ingredients, cooking them, and then storing the finished product. 

That said, make sure you have a heat-safe jar on hand to put the finished product in once it is done.

And I recommend using these mason jars so you can seal them right up and put them in the fridge after it has cooled. 

Ok, now let's go over how to whip up this vegan lemon curd!

Step 1: Combining The Ingredients and Cooking

The first thing you'll want to do is get out a small saucepan and combine all of your ingredients EXCEPT the vegan butter. 

So, to do that, you'll want to put the saucepan over medium heat and whisk the ingredients together thoroughly. 

Then, when they're combined, you'll want to cook them and bring the mixture to a low bubble, but not a full boil. Also, make sure to whisk them often throughout this process. And, if the mixture starts to boil at any point, reduce the heat to medium-low.

Now, as far as cook time goes, it will vary, but a few minutes at a low boil is all you should need to thicken the mixture up. And, that's the main thing - that your mixture is thick. 

So, once it has thickened, that's when you'll want to add in the butter and stir everything with a rubber spatula until well combined.

Step 2: Letting The Lemon Curd Cool

Ok, after everything is combined, pour the mixture into a heat-safe jar to cool. 

Then, let the lemon curd cool in the jar, and transfer it to the fridge to finish cooling. And it should also thicken up as it cools as well - so don't worry if it's on the "thinner" side when it's hot.

Now, once it has cooled down completely in the fridge, you can take it out, and enjoy! 

And, for even thicker lemon curd, refrigerate it for a few hours or overnight before eating. 

How To Store This Vegan Lemon Curd

The great thing about this vegan lemon curd recipe is that after you make it, you'll have a deliciously tangy spread to enjoy for days to come.

In the fridge, this lemon curd will last for up to a week, as long as you seal the jar with an airtight lid. 

And if you always want to have lemon curd on hand, you can make a big batch, and store it in the freezer for up to 1 year!

Just take out the amount you want and thaw it in the fridge for 24 hours before eating. 

By the way, if you do not have enough heat-safe jars to store the lemon curd, you can use an airtight container.

Wrapping Things Up

There you have it, vegan lemon curd that will elevate the flavor of everything you put it on.

Whether you spread it on a biscuit for breakfast, drizzle it over your favorite desserts, or eat it by the spoonful, this sweet and tart deliciousness will exceed your expectations.

Anyway, I hope you love this vegan lemon curd recipe as much as I do! 

As always, if you try it, let me know what you think in the comments below.  

And if you want to make even more creamy vegan desserts, try these recipes: 

• Vegan Creme Brulee
• Vegan Key Lime Pie
• Vegan Banana Pudding 

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