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Sugar Cookie Cups

Irresistible Sugar Cookie Cups with Creamy Frosting Delight

Delightful Sugar Cookie Cups are soft, chewy, and customizable with frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 cookie cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour For gluten-free version, substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup salted butter Can use unsalted butter, adding 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Vanilla bean extract can be used for a more intense flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 large egg Use large egg at room temperature for best results.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 3-4 cups powdered sugar Adjust to desired thickness.
  • splash cup milk Adjust for desired frosting consistency.
  • sprinkles Optional for decoration.

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease each cavity of a muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Add in one large egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract. Beat until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Stir the dry mix into the wet ingredients until just combined to form a soft dough.
  4. Press 2 tablespoons of cookie dough into the bottom and halfway up the sides of each muffin pan cavity.
  5. Bake for about 12 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden color. Allow to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, gently pressing the center to create a cup shape.
  6. Beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of softened butter until smooth. Gradually add 3-4 cups of powdered sugar, mixing until desired thickness. Add milk for creaminess.
  7. Pipe frosting into the cooled cookie cups and decorate with sprinkles as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter and egg are at room temperature for optimal results. Avoid over-mixing the dough to keep it tender.

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