Baby Lemon Impossible Pies: Sweet, Tangy, and So Easy to Make!

Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together:

• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

This ensures that your batter is light, fluffy, and free of lumps.

Step 4: Add the Wet Ingredients

Create a well in the center of your dry ingredients and pour in:

• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• Lemon zest

Whisk everything together until you get a smooth, lump-free batter. The mixture will be thin, but that’s exactly how it works its “impossible” magic.

Step 5: Pour and Bake

Pour the batter into your prepared muffin tins or ramekins. For mini pies, fill each about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes (for mini pies) or 35–40 minutes (for a single larger pie). You’ll know they’re done when the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

Allow your Baby Lemon Impossible Pies to cool at room temperature for about 15–20 minutes, then chill them in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This chilling step helps the custard-like filling set perfectly.

Before serving, you can dust with powdered sugar, top with whipped cream, or even add a thin slice of lemon for a decorative touch.

Tips for the Perfect Baby Lemon Pie

1. Fresh lemon juice is key for the bright, tangy flavor—avoid bottled juice if possible.
2. Don’t overmix the batter; a few small lumps are okay. Overmixing can make the pies dense.
3. Serve chilled for the best texture; these pies taste like creamy lemon custard with a lightly sweet top.
4. You can experiment by adding a splash of coconut milk or a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers for a twist.

Why These Pies Are “Impossible”

The name “Impossible Pie” comes from the fascinating way this dessert bakes. During baking, the ingredients naturally separate: the heavier flour sinks to form a soft cake-like bottom, the eggs and milk create a custard in the middle, and the sugar rises to a sweet, slightly golden top. It’s like three layers forming magically in one simple mixture!

Conclusion

Baby Lemon Impossible Pies are proof that you don’t need a complicated recipe to impress. With just a few pantry staples, you can create a dessert that is creamy, tangy, and perfectly sweet—all in one “impossible” bite. They’re perfect for summer parties, tea time, or any moment you crave a citrusy treat.

Grab your ingredients, preheat that oven, and let the magic happen—these little lemon pies are impossible to resist!

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