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Sugar Cookie Cups

Irresistible Sugar Cookie Cups Filled with Creamy Frosting

Delicious Sugar Cookie Cups filled with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Cups
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 3/4 cup salted butter Adds flavor; substitute with unsalted butter plus 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Primary sweetener.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Deepens flavor profile.
  • 1 large egg Room temperature is best.
For the Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting
  • 2 ounces cream cheese Softened key for mixing.
  • 3 cups powdered sugar Sifting helps avoid clumps.
  • 1/4 cup butter Ensure at room temperature.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Adjust consistency as needed.
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a sweet aroma.
  • optional food coloring Add gradually until desired hue.
For Decoration
  • sprinkles Seasonal colors enhance occasion.

Equipment

  • Muffin pans
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease muffin pans.
  2. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, and mix until combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and baking soda together, then gradually mix into wet ingredients until combined.
  5. Press about 2 tablespoons of dough into each muffin cup, covering the bottom and sides.
  6. Bake for about 12 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Cool for 15 minutes then press down in the center of each cookie cup to create a well.
  8. Beat cream cheese and butter, add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until desired consistency is reached.
  9. Fill each cooled cookie cup with frosting and decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid over-mixing the dough. Store in airtight container for freshness.

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