Paraben Free Cornstarch Lemon Curd

Bright, tangy, and silky smooth, this lemon curd hits every note you want — intensely citrusy, buttery, and just sweet enough to balance the pucker. What makes it especially clever is the use of cornstarch as the thickener instead of egg yolks, which sidesteps a common source of concern for anyone navigating preservative-sensitive ingredients in conventional curd recipes. Fresh lemon juice and zest do all the heavy lifting here, so the flavor is clean and vibrant with nothing hidden in the ingredient list. The technique is straightforward: whisk everything together over medium heat until the mixture goes from cloudy to glossy and thick, then finish with cold butter pieces for that luxurious, spreadable texture. Straining the finished curd gives it that perfectly smooth, professional consistency you'd expect from a jar that costs three times as much at a specialty store. Spoon it over yogurt, swirl it into frosting, spread it on toast, or use it as a tart filling — it's one of those versatile staples that earns its place in the fridge immediately.

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