🍋 Grandma’s Lemon Baskets in 5 Minutes! 🤩

🍋 Grandma’s Lemon Baskets in 5 Minutes! 🤩

Super tasty and disappears in an instant!

When time is tight, but you’re craving something sweet and refreshing, these Lemon Baskets are the perfect solution! Inspired by grandma’s simple yet irresistible recipes, these mini desserts are tangy, creamy, and ready in just 5 minutes—no baking required. With a buttery base and a luscious lemon filling, these treats will vanish as soon as you serve them. 🍋💛

Why You’ll Love These Lemon Baskets

  • Quick and Easy: Just 5 minutes to prepare.
  • No-Bake: Perfect for hot days or when you need a fast dessert.
  • Refreshing Flavor: The balance of tangy lemon and creamy filling is delightful.
  • Crowd-Pleaser: They disappear in an instant—so make extra!

Ingredients (Makes 8–10 baskets)

For the Base:

  • 12 digestive biscuits or graham crackers, crushed
  • 3 tbsp melted butter

For the Lemon Filling:

  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 1 cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)

For Garnish:

  • Lemon zest or slices
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional)

How to Make Grandma’s Lemon Baskets 🍋

1. Prepare the Base

  • In a bowl, mix crushed biscuits with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
  • Spoon about 1–2 tablespoons of the mixture into small dessert cups or silicone muffin molds, pressing down to form a base.

2. Make the Lemon Filling

  • In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and fresh lemon juice until smooth and slightly thickened.
  • Fold in the whipped cream and lemon zest (if using) gently until well combined.

3. Assemble the Baskets

  • Spoon the lemon filling over the biscuit base, filling each cup generously.
  • Smooth the tops with a spoon.

4. Chill and Serve

  • Pop them in the fridge for 5–10 minutes if you have time, or serve immediately!
  • Garnish with lemon zest or a small slice of lemon and fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.

Tips for the Best Lemon Baskets

  1. Add More Zing: Mix in a bit more lemon zest for extra citrus flavor.
  2. Crunchy Twist: Sprinkle crushed biscuits on top for a bit of texture.
  3. Chocolate Lover’s Tip: Drizzle melted white chocolate over the top for a fancy finish.
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