Lemon Custard

Lemon custard is a delightful dessert loved for its citrus flavor, creamy texture, and endless serving possibilities.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Chilling3

Total Time3 20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Lemon Custard, Lemon Custard Recipe

Servings:

Calories: 217kcal

Add the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon zest to a medium saucepan (3-4 quart sized). Whisk to fully incorporate the cornstarch into the sugar. Slowly whisk in the whole milk until no lumps remain.
Turn the heat to the saucepan to medium and cook, while whisking constantly, for 6-8 minutes or until the milk mixture starts to bubble and thickens. Remove from the heat.
In a medium bowl with the lightly beaten egg yolks, slowly drizzle, while whisking constantly, 1 cup of the thickened milk mixture.
Return the saucepan to the heat and slowly whisk the entire egg mixture into the thickened milk mixture. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes or until thick. Be sure to whisk constantly to avoid lumps in the custard.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the butter and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the lemon juice into the lemon custard while whisking until all the ingredients are fully incorporated, and the lemon custard is smooth.
Pour the custard into a medium-sized, heat-safe bowl. Cover with a piece of plastic wrap pushed down to touch the entire surface of the lemon custard. This prevents a film from forming on the surface of the custard as it chills and sets.
Chill the lemon custard for at least 3 hours or up to overnight to fully set before spooning individual servings into small bowls. You can garnish individual servings with a slice of lemon and fresh raspberries if desired.