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Chocolate Peppermint Sandwich Cookies Recipe: The Best Holiday Treat

Chocolate Peppermint Sandwich Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these festive Chocolate Peppermint Sandwich Cookies, the perfect holiday treat!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
  6. Stir in the peppermint extract.
  7. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until set.
  9. Allow cookies to cool completely.
  10. In a bowl, mix powdered sugar and milk to create the filling.
  11. Spread filling on half the cookies and top with the remaining cookies.
  12. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top.

Notes

  • These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to a week.

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