This easy and zesty lemon butter sauce recipe is the ultimate filling or condiment for desserts and pastries. With only four ingredients this easy and fuss-free lemon butter will become the most-used condiment in your household.
Ingredients
125g Western Star Unsalted Butter, chopped
1 cup caster sugar
4 eggs, lightly beaten
Finely grated rind and juice of 2 lemons (approx 2/3 cup lemon juice)
Method
Combine butter and sugar in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on High for 2 minutes and stir well
Whisk eggs, lemon juice and rind in a separate bowl until combined
Quickly whisk egg mixture into the hot butter to combine
Microwave on High for 4 minutes until thick, whisking well at 1 minute intervals. Cool and refrigerate until required
Tips & Hints
Lemon Butter can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks
Use this lemon butter for spreading on toast, filling tarts or cakes
Try beating lemon butter into softened cream cheese or mascarpone and use to fill the Best Sweet Shortcrust pastry shell. Top with blueberries for a delicious dessert