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Red Velvet Cookie Cups with Cream Cheese Frosting

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These cute, bite-sized red velvet cookie cups are soft and chewy, topped with a creamy and tangy cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion, especially festive celebrations!

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Cups:

  • 1 box red velvet cake mix
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Decoration:

  • Red and white sprinkles
  • Mini heart-shaped candies (optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cookie Cups:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin with non-stick spray.
    • In a large bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until a soft dough forms.
    • Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough into each mini muffin cup, pressing it down slightly to create a flat surface.
  • Bake and Shape:
    • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.
    • As soon as the cookie cups come out of the oven, use the back of a teaspoon or a tart tamper to press down the center of each cookie, forming a cup shape.
    • Allow the cookie cups to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
    • In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
    • Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until light and fluffy.
  • Assemble the Cookie Cups:
    • Fill a piping bag fitted with a star tip (or use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off) with the cream cheese frosting.
    • Pipe a swirl of frosting into each cooled cookie cup.
  • Decorate:
    • Top each cookie cup with red and white sprinkles or mini heart-shaped candies for a festive touch.

Notes

  • These cookie cups can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • You can also refrigerate the cookie cups to keep them fresh for a few days longer, but let them come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.

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