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Cookies and Cream Dessert Cups Recipe

Cookies and Cream Dessert Cups

These delicious dessert cups are perfect for any occasion, combining the classic flavors of cookies and cream in a convenient serving size.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 28 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Cookie Crust
  • 2 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
Cookies and Cream Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
Garnish
  • 28 mini chocolate sandwich cookies

Equipment

  • Electric Hand Mixer

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine 2 cups chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs and melted butter.
  2. Portion the crumbs into 28 2-ounce plastic cups using a small cookie scoop or spoon. Use one of the plastic cups to press the crumbs into the bottom of the cup.
  3. In another mixing bowl, combine room temperature cream cheese and granulated sugar. Cream together with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until combined and smooth.
  4. Add in heavy cream and vanilla extract. Whip on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
  5. Fold in 1/2 cup chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs.
  6. Fill a piping bag with the cookies and cream mixture. Pipe the mixture into the cups until about 3/4 full.
  7. Top each dessert cup with a mini chocolate sandwich cookie or additional cookie crumbs.
  8. Seal the cups with a lid and chill. The cups can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Notes

These dessert cups are not only easy to make but also perfect for parties. You can prepare them in advance and keep them refrigerated. Feel free to get creative with the toppings!