Description
These Baby Lemon Impossible Pies are delightful single-serving custard pies with a perfectly tender crust that magically forms during baking. Infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, they offer a tangy and sweet flavor that is refreshing and irresistible. Ideal for a light dessert or afternoon treat, these pies are simple to prepare and bake in a muffin tin for cute, individual portions.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 tbsp 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 tbsp lemon zest (from fresh lemons)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin to ensure easy removal of the pies once baked.
- Mix Ingredients: In a blender or a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, whole milk, all-purpose flour, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend or whisk the mixture until it is smooth and well incorporated.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 28–32 minutes, or until the tops turn lightly golden and the centers are just set, achieving a delicate custard texture.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the tin from the oven and allow the pies to cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Then transfer the pies onto a wire rack. Chill them in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance their flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best tangy flavor; bottled lemon juice can alter the taste.
- Ensure eggs and milk are at room temperature to help the batter blend smoothly and bake evenly.
- Don’t overfill muffin cups to prevent overflow during baking.
- Chilling the pies before serving helps set the custard and improves taste.
- You can garnish with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a thin lemon slice for presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: lemon custard pie, mini pies, individual desserts, easy lemon dessert, impossible pie, single-serving pies
