Description
Sugar Cookie Cups are a delightful twist on traditional sugar cookies that combine a soft, chewy base with creamy frosting, making them the perfect bite-sized treat for any occasion. These mini desserts are easy to make and can be customized with different colors and toppings, ensuring they suit any celebration. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, holiday gathering, or simply want to indulge at home, these charming cookie cups will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup salted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- Sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease two muffin pans.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and baking soda; gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
- Press two tablespoons of dough into each muffin cup to form a cup shape.
- Bake for 12 minutes; cool for 15 minutes before removing from pans.
- For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter together, then mix in powdered sugar and milk until smooth; add food coloring if desired.
- Frost cooled cookie cups with a piping bag or spoon; top with sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie cup (38g)
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 78mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 21mg