Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italian Lemon Spread Delight, a zesty treat that transforms any meal into a celebration. This creamy, citrus-infused spread is perfect for brunches or cozy gatherings, capturing the essence of sunny Italian summers in every bite. Easy to prepare and versatile, enjoy it on toast, pancakes, or as a cake filling. Your friends and family will love the bright flavor and delightful texture of this homemade spread!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Juice the lemons and combine fresh lemon juice and zest with sugar until smooth.
- Mix in softened butter until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time while whisking continuously for a smooth blend.
- Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract; let cool before storing in jars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 70mg