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Hot Chocolate Cookie Cups

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  • Author: KimEasy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookie cups 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These adorable Hot Chocolate Cookie Cups are the perfect festive treat! They feature a soft, chewy chocolate cookie base shaped like a cup, filled with a rich and creamy hot chocolate ganache, and topped with marshmallows or whipped cream. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet indulgence on a chilly evening.

Ingredients

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Cookie Cups:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Filling:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings:

  • Mini marshmallows
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cookie Cups:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
  5. Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough into each mini muffin cavity. Press the dough gently to form a cup shape.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are set. Immediately after baking, use the back of a small spoon or a rounded tool to press down the centers, creating a deeper cup. Allow to cool completely before removing from the pan.
  7. Make the Ganache Filling:
    Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer (do not boil). Pour it over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2–3 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy. Stir in vanilla extract.
  8. Assemble the Cookie Cups:
    Spoon or pipe the ganache into the cooled cookie cups. Top with mini marshmallows, whipped cream, or sprinkles.
  9. Serve and Enjoy:
    Let the cookie cups sit for 10–15 minutes to set, then serve!

Notes

  • Store cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For a fun twist, add a peppermint stick as a “handle” to mimic a mug.

Find it online: https://newsvks.com/hot-chocolate-cookie-cups/