Lemon Bar Cookie Cups Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Cookie Cups:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Lemon Filling:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or line with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined and a dough forms.
- Divide the dough evenly into 12 portions. Press each portion of dough into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared muffin cups, forming a small well in the center.
- Bake the cookie cups in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
- While the cookie cups are cooling, prepare the lemon filling. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and flour until smooth and well combined.
- Once the cookie cups have cooled slightly, carefully spoon the lemon filling into each cup, filling them almost to the top.
- Return the filled cookie cups to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are golden brown.
- Remove the lemon bar cookie cups from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the muffin tin.
- Once cooled, gently remove the cookie cups from the muffin tin and transfer them to a serving platter. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Serve the lemon bar cookie cups at room temperature, and enjoy!
These lemon bar cookie cups are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party or simply craving a sweet and tangy treat. Enjoy!
