Peppermint Mocha Sandwich Cookies
Peppermint Mocha Sandwich Cookies - A Delicious Holiday Treat!
Looking for a festive and delicious treat to serve at your holiday party? Look no further than these Peppermint Mocha Sandwich Cookies! These cookies are the perfect combination of rich chocolate, refreshing peppermint, and creamy filling. Plus, they're easy to make and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients (makes 12 sandwich cookies):
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Cooking Tips:
- Make sure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature before starting.
- Use a cookie scoop to ensure even-sized cookies.
- Crush your candy canes in a plastic bag with a rolling pin or use a food processor.
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
7. Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. While the cookies are cooling, make the filling. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
11. Add the peppermint extract and powdered sugar and beat until well combined.
12. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of filling onto the bottom of one cookie and top with another cookie to make a sandwich.
13. Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling.
14. Serve and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
These Peppermint Mocha Sandwich Cookies are a beautiful combination of dark chocolate and crushed candy canes. The filling is creamy and has a refreshing peppermint flavor that perfectly complements the rich chocolate cookies. These cookies are sure to impress your guests and are the perfect addition to any holiday dessert table.
Type of Dish: Dessert, Cookie
Main Ingredients: Chocolate, Peppermint, Cream Cheese
