For a more intense lemon flavor, add an additional 1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest to the cookie dough. If you don't have mini muffin tins, you can use regular-sized muffin tins, but adjust the baking time accordingly (approximately 18-20 minutes). Store the finished cookie cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep the frosting firm.
Lemon Raspberry Cookie Cups
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PREP TIME35 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING36 People
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VIEWS15
Delightfully tart and sweet, these miniature cookie cups offer a burst of citrusy lemon flavor complemented by the vibrant tang of raspberry. Perfect for afternoon tea or a delightful sweet treat.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate18 g
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Cholesterol24 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium79 mg
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Sugar12 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease 36 mini muffin cups. (5 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Rub the mixture together with your fingers until the sugar is fragrant and moist. Add softened butter and beat with an electric mixer until light and creamy. Beat in the egg until well combined. (10 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)
04
Step
10 mins
Fill each greased mini muffin cup approximately 3/4 full with the cookie dough. (10 minutes)
05
Step
15 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (15 minutes)
06
Step
5 mins
While the cookie cups are still warm, gently flatten any that have risen above the rim of the muffin tins using the back of a spoon. Create a small well in the center of each cookie cup with your finger or the back of a small spoon. (5 minutes)
07
Step
1 hrs
Chill the cookie cups in the muffin tins for at least 30-60 minutes to allow them to firm up. (60 minutes)
08
Step
10 mins
While the cookie cups are chilling, prepare the frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Add the lemon juice and remaining 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until the frosting is light and fluffy. (10 minutes)
09
Step
5 mins
Once the cookie cups are thoroughly chilled, carefully remove them from the muffin tins. (5 minutes)
10
Step
5 mins
Spoon approximately 1/2 teaspoon of seedless raspberry jam into the well of each cookie cup. (5 minutes)
11
Step
10 mins
Pipe or spoon the lemon cream cheese frosting over the raspberry jam, covering it completely. For an elegant touch, add a small dot of raspberry jam to the center of each frosted cookie cup. (10 minutes)
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Kyle Leuschke
Jun 23, 2025I added a few fresh raspberries on top of the frosting for extra color and flavor. Delicious!
Ruthie Tromp
Jun 18, 2025I followed the recipe exactly and the cookie cups turned out beautifully. The chilling step is crucial!
Josephine Harris
May 13, 2025These were a hit at my book club meeting! Everyone raved about the perfect balance of lemon and raspberry.