12/17/11

Christmas Cookie Countdown Day 9

Sweet & Salty Cookie Cups

1 cup finely crushed pretzels
1 pkg refrigerated sugar cookie dough (16.5oz)
2 cups chocolate chips divided
1/2 cup caramel bits
1 tbsp vegetable shortening
sprinkles

Preheat oven to 350 degress and spray mini muffin pan w/cooking spray

In large bowl, knead together the pretzels and cookie dough. Roll into 1 1/2 inch balls and set in cups.  Make a indentation in each, pushing dought up the side of the cup.  Keep dough flush with the top of the pan. Bake 5 minutes.

Divide 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and 1/2 cup caramel bits among cups. Bake 6 inutes or until edges are light brown.  Let cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes; remove from pan and let cool completely.

Melt remaining chocolate chips and shortening in microwave, stirring every 15-30 seconds. Dip, sprinkle, fridge 15-20 minutes for set up.

Makes 32 cookies

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