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Christmas Cookie Cups

Christmas Cookie Cups

Christmas Cookie Cups are delightful, festive treats with a buttery cookie base filled with melted chocolate and topped with holiday decorations. Perfect for celebrations and gifting!
  • Prep Time20 min
  • Cook Time12 min
  • Total Time32 min
  • Cuisine
    • American
  • Course
    • Dessert

Ingredients

For the Cookie Cups:

  • 150g unsalted butter (softened)
  • 150g granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 250g plain flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

For the Filling and Toppings

  • 200g white or milk chocolate (melted)
  • Festive sprinkles, mini marshmallows, or crushed candy canes

How to Prepare

1

Make the Dough: Beat butter and sugar until creamy, mix in egg and vanilla, then add flour, baking powder, and salt to form a dough.

 

2

Shape and Bake: Roll dough into balls, press into a greased mini muffin tin, and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes.

 

3

Create Cups: While warm, press the center of each cookie with a spoon to form a cup, then let them cool completely.

 

4

Fill and Decorate: Add melted chocolate to the cooled cups and top with festive decorations like sprinkles or candy canes.

 

5

Set and Serve: Allow the chocolate to set, then enjoy or share these holiday treats!

 
 

Tips:

  1. Allow cookie cups to cool before filling to avoid melting the chocolate.
  2. Experiment with different fillings like caramel or frosting for variety.