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Sugar Cookie Sandwiches

Irresistible Sugar Cookie Sandwiches with Creamy Filling

Delightful sugar cookie sandwiches with a creamy filling that combines indulgent flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 12 sandwiches
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Enhance with citrus zest if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Orange or Lemon Zest Optional, can be replaced with almond extract.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened at room temperature.
  • 1 large Egg Plus 1 egg yolk.
  • 1 teaspoon Gel Food Coloring Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Or use vanilla bean paste.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Fluff and level while measuring.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fine Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use at room temperature.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream or Milk Adjust for desired consistency.
Optional
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Coating For rolling before baking.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar with fresh orange or lemon zest. Massage the zest into the sugar.
  3. Add softened butter to the citrus sugar and beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add one egg, the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and gel food coloring.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and fine salt in a separate bowl. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Scoop the dough into balls, roll in granulated sugar, and place on baking sheets spaced about 3 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10-11 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla extract and heavy cream to adjust consistency.
  8. Once the cookies are cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese filling onto the bottom of one cookie and sandwich with another cookie.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These sugar cookie sandwiches are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. Consider chilling the dough if too soft for easy handling.

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