LEMON CREAM PIE COOKIES

Lemon Cream Pie Cookies combine the flavors of a classic lemon cream pie into a delightful cookie cup. Using simple ingredients like sugar, butter, and lemon pudding, this lemon cream cookie recipe creates a soft and creamy treat that will appeal to anyone who loves bright citrus taste!

With the addition of sour cream and whipped topping, these lemon pudding cookie offer a unique texture that sets them apart from traditional recipes. The lemon zest on top adds a vibrant finishing touch, enhancing their fresh flavor. Making lemon pie cookies can brighten any day with their tempting taste and inviting aroma!

Lucious Lemon Pie Cookies – A Dessert That Stands Out

Lemon cream cookies bring a delightful twist to traditional cookies. The bright, zesty flavor of lemon shines through every bite, making it a refreshing choice for dessert lovers.

These cookies are soft and tender, thanks to the addition of sour cream. The combination of sugar and butter creates a rich, appealing base. The light and fluffy whipped topping mixed with tangy lemon pudding creates a creamy filling. It contrasts beautifully with the cookie base. Sprinkling lemon zest on top adds an extra touch of freshness and visual appeal.

These cookies are perfect for any occasion, impressing friends and family alike with their vibrant flavor profile. They truly stand out as a bright and inviting dessert choice!

Why you’ll love this Lemon Pie Cookie Recipe

• Great for Parties: These lemon cookies are a fun and unique addition to any party or gathering. They are sure to impress your guests with their fresh, citrus taste. Their unique blend of textures and flavors will please anyone seeking a tasty treat.
• Easy to make: These cookie cups are easy to make and require only a few ingredients. You don’t need any special equipment or skills to make them, and they come together quickly.
• Unique taste & texture: Lemon pie cookies have a unique flavor and texture that sets them apart from other cookies. The sour cream enhances their softness, ensuring each cookie melts in your mouth. Lemon lovers will appreciate the lemon pudding filling, which adds a creamy layer that complements the cookie base. Topping these with zest gives a pop of citrus that elevates the entire treat.

Lemon Cream Cookies Ingredients

Sugar: For this cookie recipe, you need 1 cup of sugar.

Butter: Add ½ cup of butter, softened, for rich, flavorful cookies.

Egg: Use 1 egg in this dough to help bind ingredients together.

Vanilla extract: Enhance all the great flavors by adding 1 tsp. of vanilla extract.

Sour cream: Using ⅓ cup of sour cream makes these cookies extra soft and tender.

Salt: Add ½ tsp of salt to balance the flavors in this cookie dough.

Baking soda: You need ½ tsp of baking soda for the leavening agent in this recipe.

Flour: the structural base of this dough is 2 cups of flour.

Lemon cream filling

Lemon pudding: You need one 3.4-oz box of lemon-flavored instant pudding.

Milk: Add ½ cup of milk for a creamy, thick filling consistency.

Whipped topping: Using one 8-oz tub of whipped topping or Cool Whip, creates a fluffy, light filling.

Lemon zest: Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with some lemon zest for extra flavor.

How to make Lemon Cream Pie Cookies

Prep

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F and spray a mini muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.

Cookie dough

Using a hand mixer, cream the sugar and butter. Add in the egg and the vanilla extract, mix again. Then add the sour cream, salt, and baking soda. Lastly add in the flour and beat again until smooth.

Use a cookie scoop to scoop 1 TBSP of dough into each muffin cup. You’ll have enough dough to make 24 cookie cups, plus about 6 more cookies. You can bake these additional cookies on a baking sheet if desired.

Bake

Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 17-18 minutes. Let the cookies stand for 1-2 minutes after taking them out of the oven. Then spray the round side of a 1 tsp measuring spoon with non-stick spray, press it down into the center of each cookie to create a well. Let them cool completely, if you need to hurry this process, stick the pan in the freezer for 20 minutes.

Lemon filling

Whisk the box of dry pudding mix with the milk. Add the whipped topping and gently stir until fully combined. Transfer the filling to a pastry bag or a ziplocked bag and store in the fridge until the cookies are fully cool.

Take the cookies out of muffin tin, slide the tip of a knife down 1 side and they should pop right out. Pipe the lemon cream into each cup and top with a sprinkle of lemon zest.

Serve and enjoy!

How do I store lemon cream cookies?

Already filled and assembled lemon cream cookies should be stored in an airtight container or a plastic wrap covered serving platter inside of the fridge. You’ll want to keep it in a single layer so that the tops aren’t destroyed by stacking them.

Can I replace whipped topping with real whipped cream?

Yes, real whipped cream can be substituted for whipped topping. However, the texture may differ slightly. Real whipped cream tends to be softer, which may lead to a less stable filling, so it’s important to serve the cookies promptly for the best results.

Can I freeze lemon cream cookies?

While you probably could freeze these cookies, I don’t think I can recommend it. The cookies would become soggy as it thaws and the lemon cream pudding mixture may even separate making them very unappealing texturally and appearance-wise.

Can you make lemon cream cookies in advance?

You can make your lemon cream cookies in advance. The cookie cups can be made up to a few days before being filled, and the filling can be made in advance and stored separately as well. Assembling the cookies more than 12 hours in advance can lead to soggy cookies.

Can I use a different pudding mix for a different flavor?

Yes, you can! Swap out the lemon pudding mix for a same size box of a different instant pudding flavor that you wish to try. These cookie cups would be a great party snack, and having a variety of flavorful options could be a great way to give everybody a choice in desserts.

How does sour cream add to the softness of Lemon Cookies?

Sour cream adds moisture and fat, which helps keep the cookies tender and soft. Its acidity also interacts with the baking soda, contributing to a desirable rise. This results in a deliciously soft cookie that maintains its structure.

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Need more amazing recipes for your Spring time event? Try these:

• Love frosted cookies? These frosted lemon sugar cookies are incredible, they will be devoured as quickly as these lemon pie cookies!
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• Complete your meal with this light, fresh caprese chicken recipe. For more easy to serve dishes, give this chicken bacon ranch pizza a try and impress your guests with your culinary skills!

Lemon Cream Pie Cookies are an incredibly tasty way to satisfy your sweet, citrus cravings. Make this lemon cream cookie recipe easily with a few basic ingredients, the dough comes together quickly and creates a soft, luscious dessert.