Here’s a fun and easy recipe for Baby Lemon Impossible Pies — mini versions of the classic “Impossible Pie” that magically combine crust and filling while baking. Sweet, tangy, and perfect for individual desserts!
🍋 Baby Lemon Impossible Pies
Ingredients (makes 6–8 mini pies)
Filling
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 4 large eggs
Crust (Optional)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Topping
- Whipped cream or powdered sugar
- Lemon slices or zest for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 6–8 cup muffin tin or mini pie tins.
2. Make crust (optional)
- Combine flour, sugar, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Press 1–2 tablespoons of crust mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup.
- Bake for 5–7 minutes to set slightly. (Skip this step for a crustless version.)
3. Make the filling
- In a medium bowl, whisk eggs lightly.
- Add sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble and bake
- Pour filling over the crust (or directly into muffin cups if crustless).
- Bake 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are just set and lightly golden.
- The “impossible” magic happens as the crust forms underneath the creamy filling while baking.
5. Cool
- Let pies cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours for best flavor and texture.
6. Serve
- Top with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Garnish with lemon slices or zest for a bright, festive touch.
⭐ Tips
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
- Muffin tins make perfect bite-sized pies; for full-size, use a 9-inch pie dish and bake 35–40 minutes.
- Crustless version is just as magical — the custard itself forms a delicate base.
- Can be made a day ahead; the flavors intensify after chilling.
If you want, I can also give you:
🍋 Classic Full-Size Lemon Impossible Pie
🍫 Chocolate Impossible Mini Pies
🍓 Strawberry Lemon Mini Impossible Pies
Which one would you like?
