Description
Calamansi curd is a luscious, citrus-forward delight that brings a burst of tangy flavor to your table. This creamy spread is perfect for enhancing toast, pancakes, or desserts with its vibrant taste. Easy to make and visually stunning, calamansi curd transforms any meal into a celebration. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress family and friends alike. Get ready to experience a culinary adventure that brightens every occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup fresh calamansi juice (about 10–12 fruits)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- Zest of 5 calamansi
Instructions
- Wash calamansi thoroughly and cut them in half. Juice until you have 1/2 cup.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together calamansi juice, sugar, eggs, and zest until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and gradually add butter while stirring until silky smooth.
- Transfer to sterilized jars and let cool completely before sealing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 108
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Feel free to mix in lime or orange zest for more flavor depth. - Adjust sugar to taste for personalized sweetness levels. - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.