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Best Cookie Cup

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Cookie cups are mini desserts made by baking cookie dough in muffin tins to form cup shapes, which are then filled with a variety of sweet fillings like ganache, peanut butter, caramel, or frosting. They’re fun, customizable, and perfect for parties or gifting.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or other mix-ins)
  • For filling (choose one or more):
  • 1/2 cup chocolate ganache (chocolate chips + heavy cream)
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup Nutella
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • Mini peanut butter cups or candies (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin or spray with nonstick spray.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined. Stir in chocolate chips or preferred add-ins.
  6. Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough into each muffin cup. Press gently to create a shallow well in the center.
  7. Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are golden and centers are slightly soft.
  8. Remove from oven and immediately press down the center of each cookie with the back of a spoon to reinforce the cup shape.
  9. Let cookie cups cool completely in the pan, then gently remove.
  10. Fill each cup with your choice of filling and decorate if desired.

Notes

  • Unfilled cookie cups can be frozen and filled later for best texture.
  • Press centers again after baking while warm to maintain the cup shape.
  • Mix and match fillings for variety—great for party platters.

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