Caramel Cookie Cups Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the delightful fusion of caramel and cookies with these scrumptious caramel cookie cups! Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings, these treats are easy to make and even easier to devour. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a homemade delight, these caramel cookie cups are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup oleo (margarine or butter)
- 2 1/4 cups flour
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup oleo (margarine or butter)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup canned milk
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
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Mix the Dough:
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, 1 cup of oleo (margarine or butter), and flour. Mix until a smooth dough forms. -
Shape the Cookie Cups:
Roll the dough into small balls and press each ball into the bottom and up the sides of tart pans, forming little crusts. Ensure the dough covers the bottom and sides evenly. -
Bake:
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Place the tart pans in the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the cookie crusts are golden brown and firm to the touch. -
Prepare the Caramel Filling:
In a saucepan, combine the evaporated milk, remaining 1/2 cup of oleo (margarine or butter), sugar, and vanilla extract. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is completely dissolved. -
Fill the Cookie Cups:
Once the cookie crusts are baked and cooled, pour the prepared caramel filling into each cup, filling them to the top. -
Make the Icing:
In a separate bowl, cream together the cream cheese, canned milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the milk, a little at a time, until the icing reaches your desired consistency. -
Top and Garnish:
Spread the icing over the caramel-filled cookie cups, covering them evenly. Optionally, sprinkle chopped nuts over the top for added crunch and flavor. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Allow the caramel cookie cups to set for a few minutes before serving. These delectable treats are best enjoyed fresh, but can also be stored in an airtight container for later indulgence.
Nutritional Information (Per Cookie):
- Calories: 149.4
- Total Fat: 10.7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5.6mg
- Sodium: 95.6mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 12.1g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 6.5g
- Protein: 1.6g
Yield:
This recipe yields approximately 42 delicious caramel cookie cups, perfect for sharing with friends and family or indulging in yourself! Enjoy the sweet satisfaction of these irresistible treats.
