Prepare to fall head over heels with the most adorable and delectable dessert that will steal your heart this Valentine's Day! These Mini Valentine Cookie Cups are not just a treat; they're a magical combination of buttery sugar cookie bases, creamy cheesecake-like filling, and fresh strawberries that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Whether you're looking to impress your sweetheart or treat yourself to a romantic indulgence, these bite-sized beauties are guaranteed to spark love at first sight!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookie cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar cookie dough
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup strawberries, diced
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
- Take the sugar cookie dough and divide it into 24 equal small portions, approximately 1 tablespoon each.
- Gently press each cookie dough portion into the mini muffin tin cups, using your fingers to shape them into cup-like formations with slightly raised edges.
- Bake the cookie cups in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are set.
- Remove from the oven and immediately use the back of a rounded teaspoon to press down the center of each cookie cup to create a deeper indentation while still warm.
- Allow the cookie cups to cool completely in the muffin tin for about 10 minutes, then carefully remove and transfer to a wire rack.
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Dice fresh strawberries into small, uniform pieces.
- Pipe or spoon the cream cheese mixture into each cooled cookie cup.
- Top each filled cookie cup with diced strawberries and sprinkle with decorative Valentine's Day sprinkles.
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set the filling before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Ensure your cookie dough is chilled but still pliable for easy molding into the mini muffin tin.
- Use a rounded teaspoon or the back of a small spoon to create perfect indentations while the cookies are still warm.
- For a smoother cream cheese filling, make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
- If you want a more vibrant Valentine's look, use red or pink sprinkles for extra festive flair.
- For a make-ahead option, you can prepare the cookie cups a day in advance and fill them just before serving to maintain their crisp texture.
- If strawberries aren't in season, consider using raspberry or cherry as a delicious alternative topping.
- For a professional touch, use a piping bag to fill the cookie cups with the cream cheese mixture for a neat, elegant presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
