Lemon Bar Cookie Cups

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Lemon Bar Cookie Cups Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cookie Cups:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Lemon Filling:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cookie Cups:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place each ball into a greased mini muffin tin.
7. Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, press each dough ball to create a small well in the center.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Prepare the Lemon Filling:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until well combined.
2. Add the flour, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and whisk until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into a small saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes). Do not let it boil.
4. Once thickened, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

3. Assemble the Lemon Bar Cookie Cups:

1. Once the cookie cups and lemon filling have cooled, spoon the lemon filling into the center of each cookie cup.
2. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Enjoy your delicious Lemon Bar Cookie Cups!