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Strawberry Shortcake Cookie Cups up close with strawberries in the back
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Strawberry Shortcake Cookie Cups

Indulge in Strawberry Shortcake Cookie Cups, a delightful mix of buttery cookie, creamy filling and fresh strawberries.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Cooling Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Breast, Cookie Cups, Cream Cheese, Cream Cheese Filling, Desserts, Easy, Fresh Fruit, Individual Desserts, Make Ahead Dessert, Simple, Strawberry, Strawberry Shortcake, Sugar Cookies
Servings: 36
Calories: 54kcal
Author: Eva Filer

Equipment

  • Mini Muffin Tray
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Large Bowl
  • 1-tbsp Cookie Scoop
  • Tart Tamper optional

Ingredients

SUGAR COOKIE CUPS:

  • 17.5 grams Sugar Cookie Mix I used Betty Crocker
  • ½ cup butter unsalted and softened
  • 1 large egg

FILLING:

  • 4 ounces cream cheese full fat
  • 130 grams icing sugar
  • 1 tablespoon whipping cream
  • ½ tub Cool Whip
  • 6 strawberries chopped or sliced

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350F and generously grease a mini-muffin tray with cooking spray.
  • In a mixing bowl add sugar cookie mix, butter and egg. Mix well with a spatula until all combined (note: this can take some elbow grease, so you can use a hand mixer for the start on low to prevent overmixing).
  • Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, drop dough balls into to fill the muffin tray (you will have enough for 36 cookie).
  • Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until you see the tops starting to get a little golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and using a tart tamper or a tablespoon lightly press into each cookie to make a small cavity (only go about half the way down, or less).
  • Allow them to cool for at least 15 minutes to ensure the frosting does not melt.
  • Once fully cooled remove cookie cups carefully, you may want to use a small spoon to loosen the edges (I like to use my tart tamper and turn it to loosen the cookie then tip the tray over to slide it out).
  • Then start your cream cheese frosting by adding all ingredients but Cool Whip into the bowl of a stand mixer and mix on medium-low speed until smooth; stopping to scrape the edges down to ensure everyone is smooth and consistent. Fold in Cool Whip.
  • Transfer to a piping bag and fill each cookie cup. Sprinkle strawberries on top.

Notes

  • Create the Shape Early: Press the center of each cookie cup while still warm to form a clean cup shape.
  • Cool Completely: Let cookie cups cool fully on wire racks before filling, so the cream doesn’t melt.
  • Even Filling: Use a piping bag for a clean, even swirl in each cup.
  • Grease Generously: Use plenty of cooking spray in your muffin tin so the edges of the cups release easily.
  • Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freezer: Freeze unfilled cookie cups for up to 2 months, then thaw and fill when ready.
  • Make Ahead: Bake the sugar cookie cups ahead of time and fill just before serving for the best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.04mg
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