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Blackberry Curd

Jar of blackberry curd with a silver spoon sticking out of the top. Berries, flowers and a pair of floral scissors are laid out around it.
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Tangy, sweet and velvety smooth, this blackberry curd is perfect for filling or topping your favorite treats.

  • Author: Claire Coffey
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1 1/2 cups 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Cooking

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces (226g) fresh blackberries
  • 2 large egg yolks + 1 large egg
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Puree the blackberries until smooth.
  2. Pour through a fine mesh sieve using a silicone spatula to work it through until you have a 1/2 cup. Discard seeds and pulp.
  3. In a glass bowl, whisk together sugar, lemon juice, eggs and blackberry puree (everything but the butter).
  4. Place over a pot of simmering water and cook, whisking occasionally, until thickened and able to coat the back of a wooden spoon (about 10 minutes).
  5. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 10 minutes.
  6. Cube the butter into 1/2" pieces and stir into the curd until completely combined.
  7. Place a piece of plastic wrap against the surface of the curd and refrigerate until set.

Notes

    • Under-ripened blackberries: If your fresh blackberries aren't at peak ripeness, you can help them release their juices (so you have enough for your curd) by cooking them over medium heat for a few minutes.
    • Use a non-white spatula: Berry juice has a tendency to stain, so I recommend using a silicone spatula that isn't white when working the puree through the sieve.
    • Fresh lemon juice: Freshly squeezed juice works best for this recipe.
    • Testing for doneness: The curd has cooked long enough when it coats the back of a wooden spoon.
    • Storage: Blackberry curd can be refrigerated for up to 7 days and frozen for up to three months.

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Find it online: https://thesimple-sweetlife.com/blackberry-curd/