Description
Patriotic Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups are the perfect festive treat for celebrating the 4th of July and other patriotic gatherings. These delightful cookie cups are soft, chewy, and bursting with chocolate chunks, making them a favorite for both kids and adults. Topped with swirls of vibrant frosting and colorful sprinkles, they not only taste amazing but also add a cheerful touch to any holiday table. Easy to make and fun to decorate, these cookie cups can be enjoyed at barbecues, picnics, or as party favors. Get ready to impress your guests with this delicious dessert that embodies the spirit of celebration!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and spray a cupcake pan with non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until a dough forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips and sprinkles gently.
- Shape two-tablespoon balls of dough into each cupcake cavity.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden; cool in the pan before transferring to a rack.
- Prepare frosting by beating butter and shortening; gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla. Divide frosting and color one half red using gel icing.
- Pipe frosting into cooled cookie cups and top with additional sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to help maintain shape. Experiment with different types of chocolate chips or additional mix-ins like peanut butter or caramel. These cookie cups can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days.