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Sweet Sugar Cookie Cups: Easy Treats for Any Celebration

Sweet Sugar Cookie Cups: Easy Treats for Every Celebration

Sweet Sugar Cookie Cups are delightful treats for any celebration, featuring customizable flavors and a perfect combination of crunch and softness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 3/4 cup Salted Butter Softened for easy mixing; can substitute with unsalted butter plus a pinch of salt.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Integral to flavor; no substitutions suggested.
  • 1 unit Egg Acts as a binder; can use a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla can be used as a budget-friendly alternative.
  • 1/4 tsp Almond Extract Optional; can substitute with other extracts like lemon or maple.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Powder Check freshness to ensure effectiveness.
  • 2 cups Flour All-purpose flour is typical; no substitutions suggested.
For the Buttercream Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Softened for smooth blending.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sifted for smoothness is preferred.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Feel free to add more if desired.
  • 1-2 tbsp Milk Add slowly to reach preferred thickness.

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together 3/4 cup of softened salted butter and 3/4 cup of sugar for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in one egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and the optional 1/4 teaspoon of almond extract to the creamed mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 2 cups of all-purpose flour. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients.
  5. Scoop the dough into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup halfway, and flatten slightly.
  6. Bake for approximately 10 minutes until golden-brown around the edges.
  7. While warm, gently press down the centers to create a cup shape. Cool in the tin for about 5 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. In a mixing bowl, beat together 1/2 cup of softened salted butter with 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1-2 tablespoons of milk.
  10. Use a piping bag to pipe the buttercream frosting into the center of each cookie cup and add sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are customizable and can be decorated with various toppings to suit any celebration. Store unfilled cups at room temperature; keep frosted ones in the fridge.

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