Best 4 Glazed Lemon Bites Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Glazed Lemon Bites, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized treats feature a vibrant lemon glaze that perfectly complements the zesty lemon cake, resulting in a burst of citrusy goodness in every bite. Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer dessert or a delightful treat to brighten up your day, these Glazed Lemon Bites are sure to satisfy your cravings. With variations including a classic glaze, a tangy lemon curd filling, and a refreshing lemon buttercream frosting, these recipes offer something for every palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these delectable lemon delights.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GLAZED LEMON BITES



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Adapted from one of Paula Deen's recipes. We all love lemon sweets, from the youngest to the oldest, in our family. What's so great about these is being able to just pop one in your mouth and keep going. I hope you love them as much as we do.

Provided by Vivian Queen-Chase

Categories     Other Snacks

Number Of Ingredients 12

BITES
18 1/2 oz pkg. duncan hines lemon supreme cake mix
3 1/2 oz pkg lemon instant pudding mix; dry
4 large eggs
3/4 c vegetable oil
GLAZE
4 c powered sugar, sifted if needed
1/3 c fresh lemon juice
1 lemon, zested
2 Tbsp oil
3 Tbsp water
dash(es) salt

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. Spray mini muffin pans with non-stick cooking spray
  • 3. Combine cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, and oil. Blend well with mixer for 2 minutes.
  • 4. spoon small amount of batter into each muffin tin to fill half way up.
  • 5. Bake for 12 minutes. Turn out onto tea towel or cooling rack. Cool to luke warm
  • 6. To make Glaze: sift powdered sugare into mixing bowl
  • 7. Add lemon juice, zest, oil, 3 Tbsp. water, and a dash of salt.
  • 8. Mix with a spoon until smooth.
  • 9. with fingers, dip warm (not hot) bites into the glaze, or spoon the glaze over warm bites turning to completely coat. Place on wire racks over waxed paper to catch drips. Let the glaze set thoroughly, about 1 hour. store in containers with tight fitting lids.

LEMON DROP MINI CAKES



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Mini lemon drop cakes are drenched in a mouthwatering lemon glaze making them delicious and addicting and perfectly sweet + tangy!

Provided by Lil' Luna

Categories     Dessert

Time 27m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup sour cream
1 whole egg
1 Tbsp fresh lemon zest
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp fresh lemon zest
1 Tbsp butter, melted
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp milk

Steps:

  • Spray mini muffin pans with non-stick spray; set aside.
  • Whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda in a mixing bowl; set aside.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add water and bring to a boil.
  • Pour hot mixture over dry ingredients and beat with a hand beater till barely blended. Beat in the sour cream, egg, zest, and lemon juice till smooth.
  • Scoop batter into muffin pans. Bake at 325° for about 12 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then turn onto cooling racks. Cool completely before glazing.
  • Dip lemon drops top side down into the glaze. Let excess glaze drip off into the bowl, then invert lemon drops bottom side down onto cooling racks. (Place waxed paper underneath the cooling racks for easier clean up.) Let sit till glaze hardens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 57 mg, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LEMON GLAZE FOR GLAZED LEMON POUND CAKE



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Use this lemon glaze with our Glazed Lemon Pound Cake.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 to 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place confectioners' sugar in a medium bowl or liquid measuring cup; stir in lemon juice (glaze should be thick, yet pourable). Add more sugar or lemon juice, as necessary, to achieve desired consistency.

BITE-SIZE LEMON TEA CAKES



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These bite-sized cakes are so delicious and addictive... you can't eat just one! I always make a full batch and never have any leftovers. These are a staple on my Easter menu.

Provided by Firebal

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ¼ cups white sugar
1 ½ cups butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
6 eggs
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
5 ¼ cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup 2% milk
3 tablespoons 2% milk
3 ½ teaspoons lemon extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease 2 mini muffin tins.
  • Combine white sugar, butter, and cream cheese in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon extract, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Add flour; beat until batter is just moistened.
  • Pour batter into muffin tins, filling each cup 2/3 full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool completely, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons milk, and 3 1/2 teaspoons lemon extract together in a bowl to make glaze.
  • Dip tops of cakes in the glaze; place cakes on the wire racks until glaze is set, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 65.2 mg, Sugar 22.5 g

Tips:

  • For a sweeter glaze, add more sugar to taste.
  • If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice plus 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
  • To make the glaze thicker, simmer it for a few minutes longer until it reduces.
  • If you don't have a pastry brush, you can use a spoon to spread the glaze on the lemon bites.
  • For a fancier presentation, sprinkle the lemon bites with powdered sugar or chopped pistachios before serving.

Conclusion:

These glazed lemon bites are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are sweet, tart, and refreshing, and the glaze gives them a beautiful shine. These lemon bites are also a great way to use up any leftover lemons you may have. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these glazed lemon bites a try. You won't be disappointed!

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