Mouthwatering Lemon Bar Cookie Cups

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These Mouthwatering Lemon Bar Cookie Cups are the perfect bite-sized dessert for any occasion. The buttery, slightly sweet cookie crust provides the ideal base for the tangy, zesty lemon filling, creating a balanced flavor profile that will have your guests coming back for more. The dusting of powdered sugar on top adds an elegant touch and a little sweetness to complement the tart lemon.

  1. Ingredients:

For the Cookie Crust:

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Lemon Filling:

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line with paper cupcake liners.
  2. To make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in the softened butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of each muffin cup, creating a small crust. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool while you prepare the lemon filling.
  4. To make the lemon filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt until smooth. Stir in the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice.
  5. Pour the lemon filling over the baked cookie crusts, filling each cup nearly to the top.
  6. Bake for an additional 15-18 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly browned on top. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
  7. Once cooled, dust the tops of each cookie cup with powdered sugar before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 180 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 cookie cups

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