Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars on medium speed until combined.
- Blend in the eggs and vanilla. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- With the mixer on low speed, add the flour, baking soda, and baking powder until combined. The cookie batter will become very thick.
- You can either bake immediately or cover and refrigerate for at least an hour, up to overnight.
Baking the Cookie Cups
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Split your dough into 3 equal pieces. Combine 2 of the pieces into one large piece and keep 1 small piece aside.
- Prepare a regular-sized muffin pan (holds 12 muffins) with cooking spray.
- Using the larger piece of dough, press each cookie basket into each muffin cup, lining the bottom and sides as thin as possible.
- Bake for 13-16 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and cool in the muffin tin for at least 5 minutes.
Making the Lids
- Using a rolling pin, roll out the remaining small piece of dough to about 1/4 of an inch thick.
- Using a glass or cup, cut round cookie lids that match the size of the muffin tin tops.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then allow to cool.
Assembling the Cookies
- Once the cups are cool, fill them with your chosen fillings.
- Decorate the tops with icing and/or sprinkles before placing a flat cookie lid on top of each basket.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. For gifts, wrap in clear cellophane.
