Get ready to experience the most decadent, mind-blowing dessert that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! Imagine biting into a perfectly golden chocolate chip cookie, only to discover a creamy, irresistible cookie dough center that takes this classic treat to a whole new level of deliciousness. These Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Sandwich Cookies are not just a dessert - they're a culinary adventure that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, spread a small amount of cookie dough between two cookies to create sandwich cookies.
- Optional: Chill sandwich cookies for 15 minutes to help set the filling and enhance flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your dough just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Uniform Sizing: Use a cookie scoop to create evenly sized cookies that will sandwich perfectly.
- Chill for Perfection: Refrigerating the sandwich cookies helps the filling set and intensifies the flavors.
- Store Smart: Keep cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness and soft texture.
- Ingredient Quality: Use high-quality chocolate chips and vanilla extract for the best possible flavor.
- Room Temperature Eggs: Use eggs at room temperature for better incorporation into the dough.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow cookies to cool completely before adding the cookie dough filling to prevent melting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 75mg
