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Sugar Cookie Cups

Deliciously Fun Sugar Cookie Cups for Every Celebration

Delightful Sugar Cookie Cups perfect for any occasion, customizable with various frostings and toppings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 49 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2.75 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Room temperature.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 0.5 tsp Almond Extract Optional.
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature.
For the Frosting
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 0.5 cup Salted Butter Softened.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • to taste Milk Adjust for desired consistency.
For Decoration
  • to taste Sprinkles Customize with colors and shapes.

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Mixer
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two regular muffin pans with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of salted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in 1 large egg, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon of almond extract. Mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
  5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cup and press it firmly into each muffin cup.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden and centers are just set. Let cool for 15 minutes.
  7. While cooling, prepare cream cheese frosting by beating together cream cheese and softened butter, then gradually add powdered sugar and milk.
  8. Once the cookie cups are cooled, fill each cup with frosting and decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter. Do not overbake to retain chewiness.

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