Lemon curd in a pan with a whisk.
Lemon Curd And Peanut Butter Is An Unforgettable Sandwich Combo

NEWS

By HILARY WHEELAN REMLEY

A jar of lemon curd.
Lemon curd, made from lemon juice, butter, eggs, and lemon zest, boasts a smooth, creamy texture and a zesty, buttery flavor, making it an ideal filling for desserts.
Bowl of peanut butter on a pile of peanuts.
An unconventional way to enjoy lemon curd is by pairing it with a peanut butter sandwich. The sweet spread and the salty peanut butter create a snack with a balanced flavor profile.
halved peanut butter sandwiches on a plate.
Compared to the jellies commonly used with peanut butter sandwiches, lemon curd contrasts peanut butter’s flavor to a higher degree while also complementing its taste and texture.
Lemon curd in a jar and on a spoon
Although lemon curd possesses the sweetness of jelly, its zesty taste adds freshness without making the sandwich overly saccharin, especially when paired with something salty.