Hamdi Saidani This Easy Chocolately Holiday Cookies recipe is a chewy and soft recipe, which is made with premade chocolate chip cookie dough and mini peanut butter cups. It’s the perfect last-minute holiday treat, ready in about 30 minutes.
Easy Chocolately Holiday Cookies Ingredients
- 1 package premade chocolate chip cookie dough
- 1 bag mini peanut butter cups or chocolate kisses (recommended: Hershey’s)
- 1 miniature muffin tin
How To Make Easy Chocolately Holiday Cookies
- Prep Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a miniature muffin tin.
- Form the Cookie Cups: Press 1 tablespoon of the premade chocolate chip cookie dough into each cup of the muffin tin.
- Add Topping and Bake: Top each cookie dough cup with a miniature peanut butter cup or a chocolate kiss. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cookie is golden brown.
Recipe Tips
- How to prevent the cookies from sticking? Even if your pan is nonstick, it’s a good idea to lightly grease it with baking spray or a little butter. This will ensure the cookie cups release easily after baking.
- Can I use a different type of cookie dough? Absolutely! This recipe works wonderfully with peanut butter cookie dough, sugar cookie dough, or even brownie batter for a fudgier treat.
- What other candies can I use? Mini Rolos, caramel-filled chocolates, or even a single raspberry would be delicious fillings for these cookie cups.
- How do I know when the cookies are done? The cookie dough around the edges should look set and be a light golden brown color. The center with the candy will be melted and gooey.
What To Serve With These Cookies
These chocolaty cookie cups are a perfect treat on their own, especially during the holidays. They pair perfectly with:
- A tall glass of cold milk
- A mug of hot chocolate or coffee
- A scoop of vanilla bean ice cream while the cookies are still warm
- As part of a larger holiday cookie platter
How To Store Holiday Cookies
- Room Temperature: Let the cookies cool completely. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Place the cooled cookie cups in a freezer-safe bag or container, with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Holiday Cookies Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Sugar: 12g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I make my own cookie dough for this recipe?
Yes, your favorite homemade chocolate chip cookie dough recipe will work perfectly. Just be sure the dough is chilled, which will make it easier to press into the muffin tin.
Why did my cookie cups puff up and overflow?
This can happen if you overfill the muffin cups. Use just a level tablespoon of dough for each cup to leave room for it to expand as it bakes.
Can I make these in a regular-sized muffin tin?
Yes, you can. You will need to use more dough per cup (about 2-3 tablespoons) and increase the baking time. Start checking for doneness around the 20-25 minute mark. You can also press a full-sized peanut butter cup into the center.
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- Easy Salted Caramel Apple Tart Recipe
- Perfectly Flaky Pie Crust Recipe
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Easy Chocolately Holiday Cookies Recipe
Description
A super simple holiday treat with a chewy chocolate chip cookie base filled with a mini peanut butter cup or chocolate kiss.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a mini muffin tin.
- Press one tablespoon of cookie dough into each cup.
- Place one peanut butter cup or chocolate kiss on top of the dough in each cup.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly in the pan before removing.
Notes
- Using refrigerated premade cookie dough makes this one of the fastest holiday cookie recipes you can make.
- For perfectly shaped cups, you can gently press the candy down again into the soft cookie right after it comes out of the oven.
- These are a perfect recipe for kids to help with in the kitchen.
- Don’t overbake; the cookies are best when they are soft and chewy.
