Creamy Lemon Sugar Cookie Cups

January 29, 2016

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Creamy Lemon Sugar Cookie Cups - my favorite sugar cookie recipe baked in a muffin tin and filled with creamy lemon pie filling. Topped with fresh fruit. A beautiful and easy dessert that will impress your guests!

For the Sugar Cookie Cups:
2/3 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/3 cup milk
1 tsp. vanilla
3 cups flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
For the Creamy Lemon Filling:
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup milk
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1/4 cup butter, softened
Zest of one lemon (about 1/2 tablespoon)
3/4 cup Greek yogurt
Fresh fruit for topping

For the Sugar Cookie Cups: In a medium size bowl, cream together shortening and sugar. Add eggs, milk, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, mix dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, and salt). Slowly mix dry...
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Nutritions

Calories
362

Sodium
208mg
8% DV

Fat
14g
22% DV

Protein
5g
11% DV

Carbs
49g
16% DV

Fiber
1g
6% DV