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Creamy Mint Chocolate Chip Sandwich Cookies

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Delicious homemade sandwich cookies featuring tender chocolate chip cookies filled with a light, airy creamy mint filling. Perfect for any occasion and easy to make in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (165g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) powdered sugar
  • 1–2 teaspoons peppermint extract
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • Green food coloring (optional)
  • 1/3 cup (60g) mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a mixer bowl, cream together 1 cup softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down sides halfway through.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Slowly add dry ingredients to wet ingredients on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
  7. Using a medium cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with fingers.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers still look soft. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. For the filling, beat 1/2 cup softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar on low speed to avoid dust clouds.
  10. Add peppermint extract and heavy cream. Beat on medium-high until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  11. If desired, add green food coloring and mini chocolate chips to filling and stir gently.
  12. Assemble cookies by pairing similar sized cookies. Spread or pipe about 1 tablespoon of mint filling onto flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie and press gently to spread filling evenly.
  13. Place assembled cookies in fridge for 20 minutes to set filling or enjoy immediately for softer texture.

Notes

Do not overbake cookies to maintain tender chew and slight crisp. Chill dough 15-20 minutes if too soft to scoop. Whip filling thoroughly for light texture. Store assembled cookies refrigerated to keep filling firm. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and adjust baking time slightly. Vegan version uses plant-based butter, flax eggs, and dairy-free milk.

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