Valentine's Day Sandwich Cookies
Delightful chocolate sandwich cookies filled with jam or frosting, perfect for sharing on Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fillings
- 1/2 cup jam or frosting for filling Select your favorite flavor.
- Sprinkles or decorative icing for adornment
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
Baking
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, flattening them slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set. Allow cookies to cool completely.
Assembly
- Once cooled, spread jam or frosting on the flat side of one cookie and sandwich it with another cookie.
- Decorate the cookies with sprinkles or icing as desired.
- Enjoy your delicious Valentine's Day sandwich cookies!
Notes
Chill the dough if in a warmer climate for easier handling. Use flavored jams or fun cookie shapes for variety!