noun
curd
A thick, sweet spread made with fruit, eggs, and butter.
She spreads tangy lemon curd on her warm toast.
Etymology
The fruit spread borrows the dairy name through its thick, smooth consistency. It need not contain milk curds; the shared idea is a soft, set preparation.
More examples
- This orange curd gets its rich texture from eggs and butter.
- A layer of passion fruit curd fills the cake.
- The bakery sells lemon and lime curds in small jars.
Forms
curd · curds