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Patriotic Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups

Patriotic Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups
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These vibrant Patriotic Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups are the ultimate festive treat for any celebration. With a soft and chewy texture, these delightful cookie cups are loaded with chocolate chunks and colorful sprinkles, making them a fun and visually appealing addition to your dessert table. Perfect for summer barbecues, holiday gatherings, or simply as a sweet snack at home, these cookie cups are sure to impress guests of all ages. The swirled frosting adds an extra layer of flavor and creativity, allowing you to customize them for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup (168g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (108g) brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (52g) sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (260g) all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (125g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup (146g) chopped M&Ms
  • 2–3 tbsp red, white and blue sprinkles
  • 1/2 cup (112g) salted butter for frosting
  • 1/2 cup (95g) shortening
  • 4 cups (460g) powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for frosting
  • 2–3 tbsp water or milk for frosting
  • Red gel icing color
  • Sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C) and prepare a cupcake pan with non-stick spray.
  2. Cream together unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  3. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips, M&Ms, and sprinkles.
  6. Press about 2 tablespoons of dough into each cupcake mold to form cups.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; cool before removing from the pan.
  8. For frosting, mix salted butter and shortening until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla; color as desired.
  9. Pipe frosting onto cooled cookie cups and top with more sprinkles.

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