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Valentine Cookie Cup Recipe

Valentine Cookie Cup Recipe

This Valentine Cookie Cup Recipe offers an adorable and delicious twist on classic cookies, shaped into charming cups perfect for filling with sweet surprises or enjoying on their own. Made with simple pantry staples, this quick and easy baking project is suitable for all skill levels and customizable to your taste, making it an ideal treat to celebrate Valentine’s Day with minimal effort and maximum sweetness.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookie cups 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional Mix-Ins

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Dough: Start by creaming together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until a smooth dough forms. Fold in any optional mix-ins, like chocolate chips, if desired.
  2. Shape the Cookie Cups: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin or use silicone muffin cups. Scoop roughly one tablespoon of dough and press it into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup, creating a small cup shape. Make sure the cookie layer is evenly spread but not too thin to avoid burning.
  3. Bake to Perfection: Bake the cookie cups for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges turn golden brown and the centers are set. Avoid overbaking to keep them soft and chewy rather than crunchy.
  4. Cool and Remove: Allow the cookie cups to cool completely in the pan to firm up. Once cooled, gently remove them from the muffin tin, being careful not to break their delicate shape. Now they are ready to be filled or enjoyed as is!

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter to help the dough blend smoothly for a tender cookie cup.
  • Don’t overfill muffin cups to keep the cookie cups uniform and prevent spillage during baking.
  • Chill dough if too soft to make shaping easier and avoid spreading in the oven.
  • Use silicone pans if possible to make removal easier and reduce the risk of breaking cups.
  • Let cups cool fully to ensure they firm up and maintain their shape when filled.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Can be made gluten-free or vegan with substitutions

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Valentine Cookie Cups, Cookie Cups, Valentine's Day Dessert, Easy Cookie Recipe, Customizable Cookies