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Easter Basket Sugar Cookie Cups

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Delightful Easter-themed cookie cups filled with frosting and candy, perfect for family gatherings.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Frosting (store-bought or homemade)
  • Candy toppings (mini chocolate eggs, jellybeans, colored sugar)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare your baking pan: Lightly grease a muffin or tartlet pan.
  3. Make the dough: Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
  5. Form your cookie cups: Scoop a tablespoon of dough into each muffin cavity and press down in the center.
  6. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool and decorate: Let cool for 5 minutes, then fill each cup with frosting and top with your favorite candies.
  8. Enjoy: Serve and watch everyone dive in!

Notes

Customize with different colored frostings and candy toppings for a festive look.

  • Author: instantmeals
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian