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Ingredients
| granulated sugar: 1/2 cup |
| cornstarch: 1/4 cup |
| salt: 1/4 tsp |
| eggs: 2 (yolks) |
| water: 3/4 cup |
| lemon juice: 1/3 cup |
| salted butter: 2 Tbl |
Lemon Custard Filling
Credit: AllRecipes
User rating:
"A luscious lemon custard. The perfect filling for white, yellow or citrus cakes!"
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Prep Time
20 min -
Cook Time
20 min -
Servings
12 serving(s)
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Directions
- In a large saucepan or double boiler combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Mix well. Beat the egg yolks and water together, then whisk into sugar mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and butter. Cover with plastic wrap until completely cooled.