Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies Recipe

Stacked mint chocolate double delights on a white plate.

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Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies Recipe

Soft-baked and layered with peppermint filling, Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies are a seasonal favorite. Easy to make and perfect for holiday tins or wintry weekends baking.

Prep Time15

Cook Time8

Rest Time30

Total Time53

Course: Cookies, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings: sandwich cookies

Calories: 590kcal

Author: Andrea

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
1 (12) oz bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/4 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup butter room temperature
2-3 Tbsp whole milk
1/4 tsp peppermint extract or more depending on how strong you like it
pinch of salt
2-3 drops of green food coloring (or red)

Instructions

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and stir with a heatproof spatula. Remove the mixture from heat. Add the water, then the chocolate chips, and stir until the chips have melted.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Roll the cookie dough into 1½” balls and place on a baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake for 8–11 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 3–4 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies are cooling, in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the butter for 30 seconds on high. Turn the mixing speed to low and gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time. Once the mixture has incorporated, add the milk, salt, peppermint extract, and food coloring. Gradually increase the speed and continue beating for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
Place the filling into a bag and pipe onto one side of a cooled cookie. Place a “top” on it (try to match up similar-sized/shape ones). Allow the cookies to sit for 30 minutes before eating.

Notes

To STORE, place the Mint Chocolate Double Delights in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot. They’ll stay fresh for up to 4–5 days at room temperature.

For longer storage, FREEZE the cookies (unfilled or filled) in a single layer until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container—good for up to 2 months. If frozen, let them thaw at room temperature before serving.

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