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Sugar Cookie Cups

Irresistible Sugar Cookie Cups with Creamy Frosting Bliss

These delightful Sugar Cookie Cups with Cream Cheese Frosting are perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Cups
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Can be substituted with unsalted butter plus 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg Must be at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Classic flavor infusion.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level when measuring.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust to desired consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Use to adjust thickness.
  • Sprinkles Holiday-themed for decoration.

Equipment

  • Muffin pans
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease two muffin pans with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together salted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the large egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; beat until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  5. Using an ice cream scoop, portion out about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough into the muffin cups and press to shape.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 12 minutes, until lightly golden.
  7. Let the cookie cups cool for at least 15 minutes before handling.
  8. Indent the center of each warm cookie cup with a spoon to create space for frosting.
  9. To prepare the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and milk.
  10. Fill each cookie cup with the cream cheese frosting and decorate with sprinkles.
  11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Use a piping bag for frosting for a decorative touch.

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