Mouthwatering Lemon Bar Cookie Cups: A Zesty Delight!

Delight in these Lemon Bar Cookie Cups, a quick and zesty dessert perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 18

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 12 cups

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Crust

1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free option available.
0.5 cups Powdered Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar.
0.25 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
0.5 cups Butter (softened) Margarine or vegan butter for dairy-free.

For the Lemon Filling

1 cup Lemon Curd Store-bought or homemade.
1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for sweetness preference.
3 large Eggs For vegan option, substitute with flaxseed meal.
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh zest recommended.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Muffin tin
whisk
Oven

Method

Preparation Steps

Cream together ½ cup softened butter and 1 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Gradually add 1.5 cups all-purpose flour and ¼ teaspoon salt until a soft dough forms.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Press the cookie dough into a greased muffin tin.
Bake cookie crusts for 10-12 minutes until just starting to turn golden.
Whisk together 3 large eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup lemon curd, and zest of one lemon until smooth.
Pour lemon filling into pre-baked cookie cups and bake for an additional 15-18 minutes.
Cool at room temperature for 15 minutes before removing from muffin tin.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookie cups can be topped with whipped cream or fresh berries for a delightful presentation.

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