Best 3 Buttery Ganache Cookie Cups Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our heavenly Buttery Ganache Cookie Cups, where crisp cookie cups embrace a velvety ganache filling, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party, celebrating a special event, or simply craving a sweet indulgence. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences, from classic chocolate ganache to fruity variations like raspberry and lemon. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, we'll guide you through the process of creating these irresistible cookie cups, ensuring success in your baking endeavors. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious adventure!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GERMAN CHOCOLATE TASSIES



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My son and I love chocolate, so I made this brownie-like recipe to satisfy any chocolate lover. The pecans add a welcome crunch. -John Williams, Beaumont, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
Dash salt
FILLING:
1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, for 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 350°. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; press evenly onto bottom and up sides of ungreased mini-muffin cups., Pulse pecans and coconut in a food processor until finely chopped. In a small bowl, whisk brown sugar, egg, butter, vanilla and salt. Whisk in chocolate. Stir in pecan mixture. Place a rounded teaspoon of filling in each cup. Bake until filling is set, 17-20 minutes. Cool in pans 5 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHOCOLATE-MINT COOKIE CUPS



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When chocolate and mint get together with a hint of peppermint, mmm...magic happens. If you don't have mini muffin pans to make these cookies, use disposable foil baking cups.-Pam Correll, Brockport, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
TOPPING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup white baking chips
Green paste food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Shape into 1-in. balls; place in paper-lined miniature muffin cups. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks. Cool completely., Place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Refrigerate until ganache reaches a piping consistency, about 20 minutes. Pipe over cookies. , In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white baking chips at 50% power 1 minute; stir until smooth. If desired, tint with green food coloring. Pipe over tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CREAM CHEESE COOKIE CUPS



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Need a quick dessert? Try these yummy cookie bites. For a pretty look, use an icing bag to pipe the filling into the cups, then top each with mini M&M's. -Rachel Blackston, Mauk, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tube (18 ounces) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Cut cookie dough in half (save 1 portion for another use). With floured hands, press about 1 tablespoon of dough onto the bottom and up the sides of 12 ungreased miniature muffin cups. Bake at 350° until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. , Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, reshape the puffed cookie cups. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Spoon into cookie cups. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the ganache. This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the cookie cups.
  • Be careful not to overcook the cookies. They should be baked until they are just set in the center.
  • Let the cookie cups cool completely before filling them with ganache. This will help the ganache to set properly.
  • If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a spoon to fill the cookie cups with ganache.
  • Sprinkle the cookie cups with chopped nuts or sprinkles before the ganache sets. This will add a nice touch of flavor and decoration.
  • Store the cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These buttery ganache cookie cups are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple cookie dough that is filled with a rich and creamy ganache. The cookie cups are then baked until they are golden brown and the ganache is set. They are a perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth and they are sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

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