Mini Lemon Poppy Seed Sour Cream Semifreddo Cupcakes

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   In a double-boiler or a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, vanilla, half the lemon zest, and the lemon juice until well combined.

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   Continue to whisk constantly over very low heat, until the yolk mixture has thickened and becomes pale yellow, about 3 to 4 minutes.

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   Remove from heat.

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   Add the sour cream, mix until just combined, and set aside.

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   In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with a whisk until soft peaks form.

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   Gently fold whipped cream into egg mixture.

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   Gently stir in poppy seeds.

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   Divide mixture evenly between lined mini muffin cups.

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   If you don't have mini muffin cups, you can use regular sized to get half as many.

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    Freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.

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    To serve, peel away the paper liners and garnish with remaining lemon zest.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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