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To make sugar cookie cups, you need some key ingredients. First, gather 2 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour. This gives your cookie cups structure. You also need 1 teaspoon of baking powder. It helps the cookies rise. Don't forget ½ teaspoon of salt. Salt enhances the flavor.

Sugar Cookie Cups

Discover the joy of baking with these delightful sugar cookie cups! This easy guide offers step-by-step recipes and tasty filling ideas that are perfect for any occasion. From classic frosting to fruity layers, your sugar cookie cups are sure to impress friends and family. Plus, learn fun decorating tips to make them festive and unique. Click through to explore these delicious recipes and create sweet memories today!
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Ingredients
  

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)

½ cup frosting (vanilla or your choice)

Sprinkles or edible glitter for decoration

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lightly greasing it with cooking spray or lining it with paper liners.

    In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

      In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

        Beat in the egg and both extracts until well combined.

          Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

            Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough into each muffin tin cup.

              With your fingers or the back of a small measuring cup, press down the dough in the center of each cup to create a well. The edges should rise above the top of the tin.

                Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the cookie cups cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.

                  After cooling slightly, carefully remove the cookie cups by gently twisting them out of the muffin tin. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.

                    Once cooled, fill each cookie cup with frosting and top with sprinkles or edible glitter for a festive touch.

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 30 minutes | 12 cookie cups

                        - Presentation Tips: Arrange the filled cookie cups on a colorful platter and garnish with extra sprinkles around them for an eye-catching dessert display.