Description
Indulge in the bright and zesty flavor of our Lemon Bar Cookie Cups, a delightful treat that promises to bring a slice of sunshine into your day. Each bite is a perfect symphony of soft, buttery cookie and tangy, creamy lemon curd, topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible finish.
Ingredients
Cookies:
2¾ cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup butter, softened
1¼ cups sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
Lemon Curd Filling:
6 Tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 eggs, divided
⅔ cup lemon juice
Topping:
1 lemon zest
2 Tablespoons powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spray a mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
Mix flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.
Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until combined.
Form 1″ dough balls, place in muffin tin, and bake 8-10 minutes until golden.
Press down the center of each cookie to form a cup; let cool.
For the filling, cream butter and sugar. Mix in 2 whole eggs and 2 egg yolks, then lemon juice.
Cook filling over medium heat, whisking, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
Spoon lemon curd into cookie cups, top with lemon zest, and chill until set.
Remove from tin, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and serve.
Prep Time: | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes
Kcal: 235 kcal | Servings: 24 servings
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes