Description
These Baby Lemon Impossible Pies are delightful, self-crusting mini desserts that deliver a balance of tangy lemon flavor and creamy texture. With an easy preparation method, they are perfect for entertaining or enjoying as a sweet treat.
Ingredients
1 cup Unsalted Butter, melted and cooled
2 cups Granulated Sugar
1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
1 1/2 cups Full-Fat Milk
4 Large Eggs
1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
2 tablespoons Finely Grated Lemon Zest
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Pinch of Salt
Non-stick Cooking Spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray muffin tins with non-stick cooking spray
- Melt the unsalted butter and let it cool
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and add the full-fat milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and then mix in the cooled butter until just smooth
- Fill the muffin cups about three-quarters full with batter
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the centers are set
- Allow to cool in the tins for at least 30 minutes before removing
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving
Notes
For a citrus variation, substitute lemons with limes or oranges.
Allowing the pies to chill for several hours enhances the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
