Description
These delightful little pies combine zesty lemon flavor with a unique bar-like texture, perfect for brightening your day or impressing guests.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (not bottled)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from fresh lemons)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Combine the melted butter, sugar, eggs, milk, flour, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender or mixing bowl.
- Blend or whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 28 to 32 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden and the centers are just set.
- Allow the pies to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Chill them in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For delightful variations, try adding berries to the batter or topping with a chocolate drizzle.