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LEMON ZEST COOKIE CUPS


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Discover the delightful taste of Lemon Zest Cookie Cups, a perfect blend of a buttery cookie base paired with a tangy lemon filling. This recipe offers a refreshing twist on traditional desserts, ideal for any occasion. The lemon zest not only infuses these cups with its vibrant flavor but also adds a dash of color, making them as appealing to the eye as they are to the palate.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for lemon filling
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F (175C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 3/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until combined.
  3. Divide the cookie dough evenly among the muffin cups, pressing down to shape them into cups. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  5. Once the cookie cups are done baking, remove them from the oven and carefully pour the lemon filling into each cookie cup, filling them about 3/4 full.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-18 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  7. Allow to cool completely, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes