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Baby Lemon Impossible Pies: Easy Self-Crusting Mini Desserts

A close-up of one of the freshly baked baby lemon impossible pies dusted with powdered sugar, cooling on a wire rack.
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Make these bright, zesty Baby Lemon Impossible Pies in a muffin tin. The simple batter magically separates during baking to form a creamy custard center and a light base, offering a delightful, no-fuss citrus treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Whisk until the batter is just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The pies are done when the tops are lightly golden and the centers are set.
  7. Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the pies cool in the tin for 10 minutes.
  8. Carefully remove the mini pies from the tin and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • For the brightest lemon flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest rather than bottled juice.
  • These individual lemon pies are best served the day they are made, but you can store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • If you want a slightly firmer crust, you can lightly spray the bottom of the muffin cups with non-stick spray before pouring in the batter.

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