Get ready to transform your holiday baking from ordinary to extraordinary with these adorable Grinch Kiss Sugar Cookie Cups! Imagine a bite-sized dessert that combines the nostalgia of classic sugar cookies with the whimsical charm of the Grinch, creating a treat that's guaranteed to make hearts grow three sizes larger. Perfect for Christmas parties, cookie exchanges, or simply spreading joy, these delightful cookie cups are about to become your new festive favorite that will have everyone asking for the recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookie cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 24 Hershey's Kisses (Grinch)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and baking powder to ensure even distribution of the baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft cookie dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough and roll into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Place one dough ball into each cavity of the prepared mini muffin tin, pressing gently to create a small cup shape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Immediately after removing from the oven, use the back of a small spoon to create an indentation in the center of each cookie cup while they are still warm.
- Allow the cookie cups to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully remove and transfer to a wire rack.
- Unwrap the Hershey's Kisses and place one in the center of each cooled cookie cup, allowing the residual heat to slightly melt the chocolate.
- Let the cookie cups cool completely to allow the Kisses to set. Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to help the chocolate firm up if needed.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- Ensure butter is softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Use a mini muffin tin for uniform, professional-looking cookie cups.
- Create the indentation while cookies are still warm for the smoothest finish.
- Chill Hershey's Kisses briefly before unwrapping to prevent fingerprint smudges.
- For extra festive flair, consider using green-wrapped Hershey's Kisses to enhance the Grinch theme.
- Don't overbake - remove cookies when edges are just golden for a soft, tender result.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to maintain their crisp texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
