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Cookie Cups with Fudge Filling

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Indulge in these cozy Cookie Cups with a creamy fudge filling that balances the nutty flavor of peanut butter with rich chocolate and mascarpone. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special treats.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 80 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 95 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookie cups 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 cup Heath toffee bits or chopped peanuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter and sugars until light and creamy (2-3 minutes).
  2. Add the egg and beat until combined.
  3. Mix in the peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Add the flour, baking soda, and salt and mix well.
  5. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease mini muffin pans.
  7. Form cookie dough balls, placing them in the pan and creating an indent in each.
  8. Bake for 14 to 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  9. Cool for 5 to 10 minutes, reshape the cups if needed.
  10. Make the fudge filling by melting chocolate and oil, then folding in mascarpone.
  11. Fill each cookie cup with the fudge mixture and top with optional toffee bits or peanuts.

Notes

Chilling the dough helps retain the shape of the cookie cups. For variations, consider adding more mascarpone or nut butter for extra flavor.

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