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Sugar Cookie Cups with Vanilla Frosting


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4.3 from 38 reviews

  • Author: stella
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookie cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookie cups made from soft sugar cookie dough and topped with silky vanilla frosting, perfect for parties and family gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture, stirring until combined. Press the dough into the greased muffin tin.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown, then cool completely in the tin.
  5. For the frosting, blend powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Frost the cooled cookie cups generously.

Notes

Store frosted cookie cups in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week. Let them come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie cup
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg