For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the cookie dough. Add a pinch of sea salt on top of the icing for a sweet and salty contrast. Store the cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups
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PREP TIME35 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING40 People
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VIEWS9
These delightful Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups are a serendipitous creation, born from a baking experiment gone wonderfully awry. Soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies baked into perfect little cups, then filled with a luscious vanilla icing. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for parties or a sweet treat any day of the week!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate31 g
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Cholesterol28 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium145 mg
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Sugar24 g
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Fat12 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 mini muffin pans thoroughly. (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. (3 minutes)
03
StepIn a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. (5 minutes)
04
StepBeat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. (2 minutes)
05
StepGradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)
06
StepStir in the chocolate chips. (2 minutes)
07
StepDrop rounded tablespoons of dough into the prepared mini muffin cups. (5 minutes)
08
StepBake in the preheated oven for 9 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are light golden brown. (9-12 minutes)
09
StepLet the cookie cups cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (15 minutes)
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StepWhile the cookie cups are cooling, prepare the icing: In a large bowl, beat together the shortening, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. (3 minutes)
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StepGradually add the confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. (5 minutes)
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StepAdd milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the icing reaches a smooth and creamy consistency. (2 minutes)
13
StepOnce the cookie cups are completely cooled, fill the center of each cookie cup with the prepared icing. A piping bag or a small spoon can be used for this. (10 minutes)
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Wilton Murphy
Jul 1, 2025The recipe is very straightforward, and the cookie cups turn out perfectly every time. I highly recommend it!
Karlie Hegmann
Jun 27, 2025My kids love these! I sometimes use different types of chocolate chips or add sprinkles for a festive touch.
Kyle Leuschke
Jun 22, 2025These are so easy to make and always a hit! I added a little bit of espresso powder to the icing for a mocha flavor.