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Pastel Sugar Cookie Sandwiches

Delicious pastel sugar cookie sandwiches filled with a rich buttercream frosting, perfect for any occasion and easy to customize.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Party Treat, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 sandwiches
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Gives flavor and structure.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Provides sweetness and helps with browning.
  • 1 large egg Binds the dough together.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Essential for flavor.
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour The base of the dough.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Provides lift.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Works with baking soda for rise.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Brings dough together.
  • gel food coloring (pastel shades) For color.

For the filling

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened Use same type as in the dough.
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar Provides sweetness.
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk or cream Adjust for spreadability.
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract Essential flavor.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances sweetness.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • In another bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, then stir in the milk until a soft dough forms.
  • Divide the dough and tint each portion with gel food coloring.
  • Roll tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Baking

  • Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Filling

  • For the filling, beat the butter until smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, mixing until creamy.
  • Stir in 1-2 tablespoons of milk or cream until spreadable.

Assembly

  • Spread or pipe filling on the flat side of one cookie and top with another.
  • Let the sandwiches rest for 10 minutes to settle before serving.

Notes

These cookie sandwiches can be personalized for holidays or special occasions. Great for making with kids and crowd-pleasing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgSugar: 12g
Keyword Birthday Treats, Cookie Sandwiches, Easy Dessert, Kid-Friendly Desserts, Pastel Sugar Cookies
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