With just a few simple ingredients, fresh lemons and a microwave, you can have homemade lemon curd within 5 minutes!
If you're a big lemon fan and have been making traditional lemon curd, you're absolutely going to love this recipe! This is a quick method of making low carb lemon curd that is just as delicious, but is much easier.
Of course, this 5 minute Keto lemon curd starts out with beautiful, juicy lemons, squeezed and zested!
Trust me when I tell you that it's every bit as good as when you make it with the traditional method! You'll never be able to tell the difference!
You can use this for all your lemon curd desserts. It's especially delicious in this Lemon Cheesecake Mousse which is absolutely fantastic!
What's in Microwave Lemon Curd
- Lemon Juice
- Lemon Zest
- Swerve confectioners
- Butter
- Eggs
- Salt
*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.
How to Make 5 Minute Keto Lemon Curd
Add the eggs into a large mixing bowl and whisk.
Mix in the Swerve for 2 minutes or until well combined.
Then add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Cook in the microwave for 1 minutes, remove and whisk.
Place back in the microwave to cook for another minute, remove and whisk. Repeat the process 3 more times, for a total of 5 minutes.
You'll notice it thickens a little more each time. By the 5th time it's perfect curd consistency.
Allow to cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, then store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week, or in the freezer in an air tight container for up to couple of months.
Ways to Use this Lemon Curd Recipe
I included some great Keto lemon curd dessert recipes below but lemon curd can be used as a topping or as a custard like filling for many of your favorite low carb recipes. Here are a few of my favorite ways to use this microwave lemon curd:
- Top off your favorite Gluten Free Scones with a generous dollop lemon curd
- Use as a topping for sugar free Fluffy Pancakes and Homemade Waffles
- If you happen to overbake you Keto Lemon Cookies no worries. Just crumble them up and layer them with lemon curd in a mini parfait dish.
- Top off this amazing Keto Pound Cake with a spoonful of sugar free lemon curd and a dollop of homemade whipped topping for an extra decadent dessert.
Are Lemons Keto?
Absolutely! They're low in carbs and high in fiber. So go ahead and flavor your water or unsweetened tea with the juice of a lemon, or make your favorite Keto lemon dessert.
Not only are they low in carbs, the nutrients in lemons are reportedly linked to being a potential aid in weight loss and digestive issues. They're an excellent source of vitamin C and have other health benefits that you can read more about in this article.
How Many Carbs in Lemons?
There's only 1.4 gram of carbs in lemon juice for 1 tablespoon. This entire recipe uses only ½ cup, making lemon juice a great low carb flavoring option.
Tips to Thicken Lemon Curd
Though this Keto lemon curd recipe is almost impossible to mess up, there're a couple of things that can happen that causes lemon curd to be runny. The key to making it thick is heating it enough during the cooking phase. The eggs and lemon work together when heated to make a custard like texture, so make sure to cook it for all of the 5 minutes.
Depending on your microwave, you may have to cook it for another 30 seconds and whisk again. But understand, when lemon curd is still hot it's going to be loose. It begins to thicken as it chills in the fridge.
Keto Recipes Using Lemon Curd
- Lemon Meringue Cupcakes
- Lemon Mascarpone Tart
- Lemon Curd Layer Cake
- Mini Lemon Curd Tarts
- Lemon Curd Thumbprint Cookies
If you prefer making Lemon Curd using the traditional stovetop method, check out my recipe here.
More Keto Lemon Desserts
- Lemon Bars
- Strawberry Lemonade Cake
- Blueberry Lemon Scones
- Mini Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cakes
- Lemon Cupcakes
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5 Minute Microwave Keto Lemon Curd
Recipe Video
INGREDIENTS
- ½ cup Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest
- ¾ cup Swerve confectioners, or erythritol
- ½ cup grass-fed unsalted butter, melted
- 2 whole Eggs
- 3 Egg Yolks
- ¼ teaspoon salt
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add the eggs into a large mixing bowl and whisk. Add in the swerve and mix for 2 minutes or until well combined. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Cook in the microwave for 1 minutes, remove and whisk.
- Place back in the microwave to cook for another minute, remove and whisk. Repeat the process 3 more times, for a total of 5 minutes.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, then store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week, or in the freezer.
RECIPE NOTES
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*Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol- Swerve, Erythritol, Allulose, or Monk Fruit.
Heather
Could you explain the egg situation I always mess them up
Keto Cooking Christian
I am sorry to hear that. I am not sure what situation you're having with the eggs though.
Grace
I made your keto lemon tarts and this curd is absolutely delicious! I seriously can not believe this is keto.
Keto Cooking Christian
I am so glad you love them! It's truly a fail proof recipe.
Lizzy
No comment. I am speechless.
Keto Cooking Christian
Aww, I hope that's a great thing:-) It's such a quick and easy way to make lemon curd. I love using it in so many recipes.
Barbara
Oh my gosh! So good!!! Thank you for the recipe.
Keto Cooking Christian
You're so welcome! I am glad you enjoyed it.
Louise
Yum! Very excited to make these for my Mom. They are her favourites. Can you suggest a substitute for the oat fiber? Thanks.
Pam
Looks go good!! Cant wait to make your lemon mascarpone dessert with this!!! Thank you!!
Keto Cooking Christian
Looks great, hope you enjoy!
Kimm Redding
I left a comment earlier about the consistency of this after cooking it for 3 minutes. Then after I posted it I saw my LEMON JUICE sitting on the counter. After I added it, it was PERFECT. I LOVE this and will definitely be using this in several dishes!.
Changing my rating to a 5 star!!!
Keto Cooking Christian
Oh wow, yeah that would definitely change the consistency a bit. Glad to hear that you love it now 🙂
Brenda Foster
I only use Swerve Confection sweetener and I get the crystals every time I put it in the refrigerator. I have tried other recipes with the same results. Its good till I put it in the fridge.
Phyllus Lattimer
My lemon five minute curd was like curd when done not creamy like picture. Not sure if because I didn't put enough lemon juice or not. What do I do with it? I don't like the strong flavor do didn't put quite as much in. 1/3 cup
Elizabeth Scott
Yep, followed it to the T. So you think it could maybe be the zest?
Keto Cooking Christian
It's certainly possible because you will have little chunks of zest in the curd, rather than the sweetener crystalizing.
Elizabeth Scott
Amazing recipe!! I just have one question, when I pulled it out of the fridge to use again, there were little sugar crystals in it, is that normal?
Keto Cooking Christian
There really shouldn't be if you are using Swerve confectioners. If you use granular, you will get those crystals.
Kathy
I made this yesterday using powdered Swerve. After refrigerating overnight, I (sadly) have the same problem. The flavor is great though. 8/20/20
Arleigh
I could eat this all the time. Made spoon bread and drizzle some on it when I went to eat it
Keto Cooking Christian
Awesome! I love it too 🙂
Pat griffey
This is great, I love it.
Keto Cooking Christian
Awesome, glad you love it!
Pat griffey
Delicious
Julie
Hello and thank you for this. Just made it and its tasting amazing. I did use granual sweetener so it is a bit gritty but it doesnt spoil it. Next time i will gtind it before hand. I am going to greeze in ice tray so can take a little at a time.
Keto Cooking Christian
Yes, granular will do that, which is why I prefer using confectioners. Love the ice cube tray idea, thanks for sharing!
Ronda
I've been on a strict 20 gram low carb diet for a 1 1/2 years due to medical condition. My husband had to start low carb for his sugar so now I can afford to cook meals. I'm just learning how to cook this way and can you please tell me what lemon zest is and how long can I freeze the curd? Thank you so much for your recipes and following my Heavenly Father and sharing Christ with the world. May God bless and keep you and yours always.
Keto Cooking Christian
Hi Ronda,
Lemon zest is just the outer rind of the lemon. You take a microplane and gently scrape just the yellow part (not the white pith) off the lemon. It has tremendous flavor, so I use it in this curd, and many other recipes. You can freeze the curd for at least a few months, in an airtight container. Thank for your kind words and blessings from the Lord, I appreciate it 🙂
Liz
I love the flavor, but why does the erythritol test gritty in this recipe.
Keto Cooking Christian
Hi Liz,
Did you use the Swerve confectioners? Regular granular erythritol will get gritty, that's why I use the confectioners it tends to stay smooth.
suzanne lavanaway
I don't understand the serving size, it says 12 servings? But it makes 1.5 cups., so a serving is one ounce?
Keto Cooking Christian
1 servings is about 2 tablespoons.
julie
I’m in uk are the measurements different for uk
Keto Cooking Christian
Hi Julie,
You can click on the "metric" link in the recipe card and it will convert all the measurements for you.
Teresa
This is the best stuff ever!!! I made one mistake. I didn’t double it!
So easy to make and just luscious.
Keto Cooking Christian
Hi Teresa,
Glad to hear you liked it! It's amazing how good it tastes for only cooking 5 minutes in a microwave! Enjoy 🙂