Christmas Cookie Cups
- December 26, 2024
- Bidisha Ray
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:
- Allow cookie cups to cool before filling to avoid melting the chocolate.
- Experiment with different fillings like caramel or frosting for variety.