Mouthwatering Lemon Bar Cookie Cups: The Best Citrus Delight
A delicious recipe for lemon bar cookie cups that provide a perfect balance of sweet and tart.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and beat well.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill cookie cups with the batter and bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add extra lemon zest.
- Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon Bar Cookie Cups, Citrus Dessert, Cookie Recipe