Lemon Custard
Lemon custard is a smooth and creamy dessert with a sour lemon bite!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Resting Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
- 1 Tsp Gelatin
- ¾ Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- ½ Tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 Egg Yolks
- ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar
- ½ Cup Lemon Juice
Soak the gelatin in approximately 2 tsp of cold water until it reaches a viscous consistency.
In a medium pan, heat the heavy whipping cream on low heat until almost boiling. Do not boil the cream.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, vanilla extract, and sugar until pale and creamy
Slowly whisk the hot cream into the egg yolk mixture until combined. Stirring constantly.
Tip the mixture back into the pan and stir over a low heat until the custard thickens (enough to coat the back of a spoon). Do not let the mixture boil.
Remove from heat and stir in gelatin until the gelatin is dissolved.
Stir in lemon juice, strain into a heatproof bowl and leave to cool, stirring frequently.
Allow to set. Enjoy!!
Keyword Custard, Lemon, lemons