Description

These Baby Lemon Impossible Pies are delightful individual-sized lemon custard pies with a tender, golden crust and a smooth, tangy filling. They are simple to prepare, featuring a blend of fresh lemon juice and zest, baked to perfection in a muffin tin or small pie dishes. Perfect for a light dessert or a sweet treat, these pies balance sweetness and citrus flavor beautifully.

Ingredients

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Batter Ingredients

1 cup milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup melted butter
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

For Serving

Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or small pie dishes thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the pies.
Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl or blender, combine the milk, all-purpose flour, sugar, melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix or blend until the batter is smooth and well incorporated, ensuring no lumps remain.
Portion Batter: Pour the evenly mixed batter into the prepared muffin tin or individual pie dishes, filling each compartment to an appropriate level to allow for baking without overflow.
Bake Pies: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pies are golden around the edges and set firmly in the center when lightly touched.
Cool and Serve: Allow the pies to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tins. Dust the top with powdered sugar if desired, then serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious dessert experience.

Notes

You can substitute whole milk with 2% milk for a lighter option.
Use freshly grated lemon zest for best flavor and aroma.
Make sure the melted butter is cooled slightly before mixing to prevent curdling of eggs.
These individual pies can also be baked in small ramekins if muffin tins are unavailable.
For more tang, increase lemon juice to 3 tablespoons, but reduce sugar slightly if preferred.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.