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Mini Egg Cookie Cups

Mini Egg Cookie Cups

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Mini Egg Cookie Cups are an irresistible treat that merges the joy of cookie cups with decadent chocolate and colorful mini eggs. These delightful desserts are perfect for any festive occasion, bringing sweetness and charm to your gatherings. With a crunchy exterior and gooey chocolate ganache filling, they offer a fun twist on traditional cookies that everyone will adore. Simple to make and fun to decorate, these cookie cups are not only visually appealing but also perfectly portioned for sharing or enjoying on your own.

Ingredients

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  • 100 g softened unsalted butter
  • 100 g caster sugar
  • 65 g light brown soft sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 215 g plain flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp bicarbonate of soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 100 g milk chocolate chips
  • 125 ml double cream
  • 125 g dark chocolate
  • 36 mini eggs (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (Fan/Gas Mark 6) and prepare a cupcake tin lined with baking paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, beat softened butter, caster sugar, and light brown sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually add in the plain flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and salt until just mixed.
  5. Fold in the crushed mini eggs and milk chocolate chips.
  6. Divide dough into equal portions and shape into balls before placing them in the cupcake tin.
  7. Bake for about 12 minutes or until golden brown; use a cylindrical object to create cup shapes immediately after baking.
  8. Prepare the ganache by melting dark chocolate, butter, and cream together until smooth.
  9. Once cooled, fill each cookie cup with ganache and top with three mini eggs.

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