Strawberry Sugar Cookie Cups

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🍓 Strawberry Sugar Cookie Cups Recipe

Introduction

Strawberry Sugar Cookie Cups are delightful bite-sized treats made from soft sugar cookie dough shaped into mini cups, filled with luscious strawberry jam, and crowned with a swirl of pink buttercream frosting. Perfect for parties, tea-time gatherings, or simply indulging your sweet tooth, these little cups combine the nostalgic flavor of sugar cookies with the fruity freshness of strawberries.

Ingredients

For the Cookie Cups

  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Filling

  • ½ cup (120g) strawberry jam or preserves (smooth or with fruit pieces)

For the Frosting

  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A few drops pink food coloring (optional, for a rosy swirl)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough
    • In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
    • In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
    • Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
  2. Chill the Dough
    • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (this helps the dough hold shape while baking).
  3. Shape and Bake
    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Lightly grease or line a mini muffin tin.
    • Roll dough into 1-inch balls and press each into the muffin cups, creating a hollow well.
    • Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
    • Immediately after removing from the oven, use the back of a spoon or small tart press to gently press down the centers again to keep the cup shape.
    • Allow to cool completely in the pan before removing.
  4. Fill with Strawberry Jam
    • Spoon about 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam into each cooled cookie cup.
  5. Make the Frosting
    • Beat butter until creamy.
    • Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with cream, and beat until fluffy.
    • Mix in vanilla extract and a drop of pink food coloring if desired.
  6. Decorate
    • Pipe frosting swirls on top of each jam-filled cookie cup.
    • Garnish with a mini strawberry slice or sprinkle for extra charm.

Methods

  • Creaming Method: Butter and sugar are creamed to create a light, airy base.
  • Chilling Method: Dough is chilled to prevent spreading and keep cups thick.
  • Baking in Muffin Tins: Ensures perfect cup shapes to hold the filling.
  • Filling & Piping: Classic bakery-style finish for elegance.

History

Sugar cookies trace back to 18th-century Pennsylvania, where German settlers baked them as simple, sweet treats. Over time, bakers experimented with shapes and fillings, giving rise to creative variations like cookie cups. The idea of filling cookies with jam and frosting mirrors traditions in European tarts, merging nostalgia with modern dessert innovation.

Benefits

  • Portion Control: Mini size makes them easier to serve and enjoy without overindulging.
  • Flavor Balance: Sweet cookie, tangy jam, and creamy frosting create a satisfying trio.
  • Party-Perfect: Colorful, cute, and easy to transport.
  • Kid-Friendly: Fun to bake and decorate with children.

Formation

The cookie cups are formed by pressing dough balls into mini muffin tins, creating edible shells. Once baked, they’re filled with jam and decorated with frosting—like mini strawberry tarts but with a sugar cookie base.

Nutrition (per cookie cup, approx.)

  • Calories: 130
  • Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Sugars: 12g
  • Protein: 1g

Lovers of This Recipe ❤️

  • Kids love the colorful frosting and jam surprise.
  • Adults appreciate the nostalgic sugar cookie flavor with a gourmet twist.
  • Party Hosts adore how these bite-sized treats brighten dessert tables.
  • Strawberry Lovers can’t resist the fruity burst in each bite.

Conclusion

Strawberry Sugar Cookie Cups are more than just cookies—they’re edible little desserts bursting with love, joy, and flavor. From their buttery sugar cookie base to the luscious strawberry jam filling and swirled pink frosting, these treats embody sweetness and celebration in every bite. Whether shared at birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or a casual afternoon tea, they never fail to impress and delight.

Would you like me to also create a Valentine’s Day–style decorated version of these cookie cups (with heart sprinkles and chocolate drizzle)? ❤️🍫

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