Lemon Cake Filling

For a change of pace, try our tangy Lemon Cake Filling. Perfect paired with our Lemon Cake, it can also be used to add a bit of pizzazz to other more subtle cake flavors.

Prep20 min
Total Time1 hr
Skill LevelBeginner

AmountAbout 1 cup

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Instructions

Instructions

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In small saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually add water and whisk until well blended. Whisk in egg yolks and lemon juice.
Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and boiling, about 5 minutes. Boil for one minute; remove from heat. Strain through fine mesh strainer.
Stir in lemon zest and butter. Cool to room temperature, without stirring.