Tasty Tools: Lemon & Key Lime Curd

Saturday, March 22, 2008

Tasty Tools: Lemon & Key Lime Curd

I just found out in January that I love lemon curd. Who knew!?! I had never eaten it let alone made it prior to the DB Lemon Meringue Pie. When Joelen announced her new blogging event, Tasty Tools, I instantly thought of lemon curd. This event encourages you to use the specified tool to create anything you want. Then when the round-up occurs, you can learn some new recipes to make using your various kitchen tools. Very creative event Joelen! The inaugural tool is the microplane/zester.

I love my microplane. Right now the only things I really use it for is to zest citrus fruit. I can’t wait to see the round-up to learn all the creative things that other food bloggers do with their microplanes.

I decided to make lemon curd again, but I didn’t want to cheat the event by just recreating a recipe I’ve already tried. So I decided to try a new recipe. I also decided to make lemon curd and key lime curd this time around. I made a 1/2 batch of lemon curd and a 1/4 batch of the key lime curd.

I used this calculator to get my grams to cups conversion.

Lemon Curd – from Cherrapeño – originally from Delia Smith
grated zest and juice 4 large juicy lemons
4 large eggs
12 oz (350 g or 1 3/4 cup) golden caster sugar
8 oz (225 g or 16 Tbsp) unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into small lumps
1 level dessertspoon (2 tsp) cornflour

Begin by lightly whisking the eggs in a medium-sized saucepan, then add the rest of the ingredients and place the saucepan over a medium heat. Now whisk continuously using a balloon whisk until the mixture thickens – about 7-8 minutes. Next, lower the heat to its minimum setting and let the curd gently simmer for a further minute, continuing to whisk. After that, remove it from the heat.

Now pour the lemon curd into the hot, sterilised jars, filling them as full as possible, cover straightaway with waxed discs, seal while it is still hot and label when it is cold. It will keep for several weeks, but it must be stored in a cool place.

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19 Responses to “Chocolate Overdose Cake”

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yumventures — February 1, 2010 at 2:05 pm

This looks just plain amazing…and I’m not even a huge chocolate fan! The different textures must be delectable — good thing Valentine’s Day is coming up =)
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Jelli Bean — February 1, 2010 at 2:22 pm

This looks like my favorite cake I’ve never tried. Yum! After reading the directions, it seems like you could reduce the prep time by simply preparing the brownie batter first and setting it aside while prepping the cake batter, and then baking them at the same time. Either way, I am putting this on my “MUSTS!” list. Thanks for sharing.
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Jade — February 1, 2010 at 3:34 pm

Wow!! That looks amazing. It would make a great chocolage indulgence for Valentine’s Day.
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Katie — February 1, 2010 at 3:54 pm

WOW! That looks amazing! I love the filling. I’m starring to try for sure. Chocolate cake is always a big winner with guests. 🙂
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kitchen koala — February 1, 2010 at 5:36 pm

Mmmm….chocolate! Looks fantastic 🙂
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Memória — February 1, 2010 at 6:56 pm

Man, this cake is serious stuff!! I would love some of that! Thanks for all the tips on how to make it more efficiently.
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oneordinaryday — February 1, 2010 at 7:01 pm

Wow.
That is one amazing way to celebrate.
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The Methods Guy — February 2, 2010 at 3:34 am

OMG That looks awesome. I wish I could take it out of the computer screen and eat it right now!!!
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Ingrid — February 2, 2010 at 3:41 am

While I’m not a chocolate cake fan I have to say that is one delicious and impressive looking cake! Definitely makes wish I was into chocolate. 🙂
~ingrid
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Tasteandshare — February 4, 2010 at 12:36 pm

Did anyone count the calories? 😉

Thanks for sharing this recipe. I really feel hungry!

Cheers,

Carsten
tasteandshare.com
food social network * wine social network
gloof
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laurasrecipecollection — February 4, 2010 at 6:17 pm

Talk about death by chocolate! That looks incredible!
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nutmegnanny — February 4, 2010 at 6:42 pm

This is such a beautiful cake! I really want to give it a whirl. A lot of chocolate but totally worth it!
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ashley — February 4, 2010 at 8:30 pm

omg. this looks A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. can i get a piece right now please?!
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mycupcake — February 5, 2010 at 3:23 pm

wow. that looks amazing
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ButterYum — February 6, 2010 at 1:27 am

Looks absolutely fabulous. Really wonderful photos too!

So glad I stumbled upon your blog.

🙂
ButterYum
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Mansi — February 9, 2010 at 12:10 am

beautiful cake! one can never be tired of Chocolate! and those strawberries steal the show!:)

Yummy! that would’ve have been a perfect finger food! love the cheesy texture:)

this would be perfect for the Valentine day giveaway I’m hosting on my blog. would be great if you could participate!

http://www.funandfoodcafe.com/2010/02/valentine-super-bowl-recipe-carnival.html
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Chris — February 10, 2010 at 10:00 pm

Is a cake like this even legal? This is going to be a most special addition in the KOL round up. Thanks for participating, Jen!
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Talita — February 25, 2010 at 11:18 pm

Wow!! Just the way the CHocorango likes! Kinda perfect!
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Erin O. — November 14, 2010 at 7:20 pm

When I made this, I almost went into a chocolate coma. But it was totally worth it!!!