Description
This Decadent Orange Curd is a luscious and tangy spread made with fresh navel oranges, egg yolks, lemon juice, and butter. Perfectly smooth and bursting with citrus flavor, it’s ideal for spreading on toast, dolloping on desserts, or using as a filling for cakes and pastries.
Ingredients
Scale
Curd Base
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- Zest of 4 large navel oranges
- Juice of 4 large navel oranges (about ¾ cup)
- 5 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Sugar, Salt, and Zest: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, salt, and freshly grated orange zest until evenly mixed to release the citrus oils.
- Add Egg Yolks and Juices: Pour in the egg yolks, freshly squeezed orange juice, and lemon juice. Whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Cook the Mixture: Place the saucepan over low to medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent curdling. Continue cooking for 10 to 15 minutes until the curd thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Infuse with Rosemary: Stir in the fresh rosemary to enhance the flavor, and cook for an additional 5 minutes while continuing to stir to avoid sticking or burning.
- Strain and Add Butter: Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the curd through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove zest and rosemary pieces. Whisk in the unsalted butter until melted and fully combined, giving the curd a rich, silky texture.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the orange curd for at least one hour to allow it to set and develop its flavors fully before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh navel oranges for the best natural sweetness and bright flavor.
- Stir continuously during cooking to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
- The rosemary is optional but adds a lovely herbal note complementing the citrus.
- Store the orange curd in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within one week.
- This curd can be used as a topping, filling, or spread for various desserts.
