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Lemon Cream Cookie Cups

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These Lemon Cream Cookie Cups combine a buttery cookie base with a tangy lemon cream filling, making them an impressive treat for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookie cups 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter, room temperature
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1¼ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice (about 23 lemons)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 3 cups whipped cream
  • 1/2 pound strawberries, quartered

Instructions

  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and salt.
  • Whisk together baking powder, baking soda, and flour in a separate bowl.
  • Gradually combine dry and wet mixtures until just mixed.
  • Form 1-inch balls and place in greased mini muffin tin.
  • Bake at 350°F for 7-8 minutes; cool in tin for 5 minutes.
  • Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Beat cream cheese, then add powdered sugar, vanilla, lemon juice, and zest.
  • Fold in whipped cream.
  • Fill cookie cups with lemon cream and chill for 2 hours.
  • Top with whipped cream and strawberries before serving.

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Notes

Ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
Whip cream just until stiff peaks form to keep its structure.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Marry
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 180
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 40