Description
Striped Peppermint Sandwich Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that perfectly balances rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors. These visually stunning cookies feature soft, cocoa-infused cookie halves filled with a creamy peppermint center, making them an irresistible addition to any festive dessert table or as thoughtful homemade gifts. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up these delicious treats in under an hour. Whether you’re baking for a party or simply craving something sweet, these cookies will impress your family and friends, leaving them wanting more. Enjoy the comforting flavors of the season with every bite!
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- Baking Soda
- Unsalted Butter
- Granulated Sugar
- Peppermint Extract
- Cream Cheese
- White Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. In another bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture while mixing on low speed; then add peppermint extract.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, flatten slightly, and bake for 10-12 minutes or until set.
- Allow cookies to cool before preparing the filling by mixing softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and melted white chocolate chips.
- Spread filling between two cookie halves to create sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie (28g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg