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Strawberry Sugar Cookie

Sweet Strawberry Sugar Cookie Magic for Every Occasion

Delight in these Strawberry Sugar Cookie Cups, featuring tender cookie shells filled with strawberry jam and topped with pink buttercream frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Shells
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour swap with a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 tbsp baking powder don't substitute as it's crucial for texture.
  • 1/2 tsp salt an essential ingredient for the perfect taste.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened margarine can be used for a non-dairy option.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar coconut sugar can be a healthier alternative.
  • 1 large egg a flax egg works for a vegan substitute.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract essential, so no substitutions here!
  • 2 tbsp milk almond milk is a great non-dairy alternative.
For the Filling and Topping
  • 1 cup strawberry jam consider a seedless option for smooth, easy bites.
  • 1 cup pink buttercream frosting cream cheese frosting can offer a tangy twist.
  • 1/4 cup sprinkles choose any kind that catches your eye!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • muffin pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Strawberry Sugar Cookie Cups
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin pan lightly.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, then gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Divide the dough among the greased muffin cups and press down to form a cup shape.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown; allow cooling in the pan.
  7. Fill each cooled cookie cup with strawberry jam and top with buttercream frosting.
  8. Sprinkle with desired toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill dough if warm, avoid overmixing, and fill generously with jam for the best results.

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