These Lemon Bar Cookie Cups combine the best of two desserts: the crispness of cookies and the tangy sweetness of lemon bars. Perfect for a refreshing and delightful treat, these cookie cups are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Cookie Cups:
- 🌾 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 🍬 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 🌿 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Lemon Filling:
- 🍋 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 🥚 1 large egg
- 🍋 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 🍋 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 🌿 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 🌾 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For Garnish:
- 🍬 Powdered sugar, for dusting
- 🍋 Lemon zest (optional)
📝 Directions:
Prepare the Cookie Cups:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin.
- Mix the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Form the Cups:
- Divide the dough into 24 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
- Place each ball into the mini muffin tin and use your thumb or a small spoon to press down in the center, creating a cup shape.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and use a small spoon to press down the centers again if they have puffed up. Let the cookie cups cool in the tin.
Prepare the Lemon Filling:
- Mix the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and flour until smooth.
- Fill the Cups:
- Spoon the lemon filling into the cooled cookie cups, filling each cup almost to the top.
- Bake Again:
- Return the filled cookie cups to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are golden.
- Cool:
- Allow the lemon bar cookie cups to cool completely in the tin before removing them.
Garnish and Serve:
- Dust with Powdered Sugar:
- Once cooled, dust the tops of the lemon bar cookie cups with powdered sugar.
- Add a bit of lemon zest on top for an extra burst of lemon flavor, if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve and enjoy your delightful Lemon Bar Cookie Cups!
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 24 minutes
Total Time: 44 minutes
Servings: 24 cookie cups
Calories: 100 kcal per cookie cup
💡 Notes:
- For a more intense lemon flavor, you can add an extra tablespoon of lemon juice to the filling.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- These cookie cups can also be made in regular muffin tins for a larger treat; adjust baking times accordingly.