Sugar Cookie Cups Recipe
Easy Sugar Cookie Cups Recipe featuring buttery cookie cups, vanilla flavor, and customizable fillings for any celebration.
Equipment
- Muffin pan (standard size)
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- Rubber spatula
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Sugar Cookie Cups
- Unsalted butter softened
- Granulated sugar
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
For the Filling (Basic Buttercream Option)
- Unsalted butter
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Heavy cream or milk
- Optional toppings include sprinkles mini chocolate chips, fruit, or drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until smooth. Slowly add dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Shape the Cups
- Press dough into greased muffin cups, pressing up the sides to form wells.
Step 3: Bake
- Bake until edges are lightly golden but centers stay soft. Let cool completely.
Step 4: Fill
- Pipe or spoon frosting into each cookie cup and decorate as desired.