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Peppermint Sandwich Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these festive Striped Peppermint Sandwich Cookies featuring a tender peppermint-flavored dough twisted with red stripes, sandwiched with a creamy peppermint filling, then dipped in white chocolate and garnished with crushed peppermint candies. Perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you crave a refreshing minty treat.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Red food coloring

Dipping and Garnish

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts (for dipping)
  • Crushed peppermint candies (for garnish)

Filling

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, beating until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  2. Color and Shape the Dough: Divide the dough into two equal portions. Add red food coloring to one half and knead until the color is evenly distributed. Roll each portion into long ropes separately. Twist or stack the two colored ropes together and gently roll to combine the colors, creating striped patterns. Slice the twisted dough into small disks and flatten slightly to shape the cookies. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  3. Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the chilled cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are just set but not browned. Remove from the oven and transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  4. Make the Filling: Beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and peppermint extract, beating continuously. Add milk one tablespoon at a time until the filling reaches a light, spreadable consistency.
  5. Assemble the Sandwich Cookies: Spread the peppermint filling evenly on the flat side of half the cookies. Top each filled cookie with the remaining cookies to form sandwiches.
  6. Dip and Garnish: Melt the white chocolate chips or candy melts until smooth. Dip half of each sandwich cookie into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Immediately sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies before the coating sets. Let the cookies rest until the chocolate is fully set and hardened.

Notes

  • Ensure cookies are completely cooled before assembling to prevent filling from melting.
  • Use gel food coloring for more vibrant red stripes without altering dough consistency.
  • Chilling the dough before baking helps maintain the cookie shape and enhances flavor.
  • If desired, store decorated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • For a stronger peppermint taste, adjust peppermint extract in filling and dough to preference.

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