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Sandwich Sugar Cookies with Easy Vanilla Filling

Soft and chewy sandwich cookies with a creamy vanilla filling, perfect for any gathering or cozy evening.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
For the Filling
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and white sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture. Mix until no flour remains visible.
  6. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving 2 inches (5 cm) between each scoop.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Making the Filling
  1. While the cookies are cooling, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
Assembling the Cookies
  1. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of filling on the flat side of one cookie, then top with another cookie to create a sandwich.
  2. Finish by dusting the cookies with powdered sugar.

Notes

To maintain freshness, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. For longer storage, wrap individually in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds before enjoying.