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Sugar Cookie Cups

Joyful Sugar Cookie Cups with Cream Cheese Frosting Delight

Discover the enchanting Sugar Cookie Cups, each a delightful vessel filled with creamy frosting, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Cups
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted butter plus 1/4 teaspoon salt if preferred.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookie.
  • 1 large Egg Ensure it’s room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can swap for vanilla bean extract.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Optional, adjust to taste or omit.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour is an option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential leavening agent.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure it’s softened.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the frosting.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjust for consistency.
  • Optional Food Coloring Gel For festive touches.
  • Sprinkles Decorative touch for festive themes.

Equipment

  • Muffin pans
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

How to Make Sugar Cookie Cups
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two muffin pans with nonstick spray.
  2. Cream together the softened salted butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the large egg along with the vanilla and almond extracts. Beat until fully combined.
  4. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  6. Press about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough into each muffin cup, pressing up the sides.
  7. Bake for 12 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before removing.
  8. Once cooled, use the back of a tablespoon to shape the centers into deeper cups.
  9. Make the frosting by beating softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk.
  10. Pipe or spoon the cream cheese frosting into each cookie cup. Add sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow all ingredients, especially butter and cream cheese, to be at room temperature for best results.

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