Description
Italian Lemon Spread Delight is a zesty, creamy treat that transforms breakfast into a gourmet experience. This velvety spread bursts with vibrant lemon flavor, making it the perfect addition to toast, pancakes, or pastries. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s an ideal choice for brunches or cozy evenings at home. Experience the taste of sunny Italian afternoons in each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh organic lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your workstation by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Zest and juice the lemons (about four lemons should yield enough).
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar and lemon zest until fragrant.
- Add eggs and whisk until pale yellow and frothy.
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 10-15 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in softened butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Allow to cool slightly before transferring to jars or enjoy immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 50mg