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Valentine Cookie Sandwiches

These homemade heart-shaped cookie sandwiches are a delightful Valentine's Day treat, featuring soft vanilla cookies filled with creamy buttercream. Perfect for kids and family bonding, they offer a perfect balance of nostalgia and gourmet appeal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 sandwiches
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 Large egg
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp Milk or heavy cream adjust for consistency
  • Pink or red food coloring a few drops for vibrant hues

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl,
  • Electric mixer or stand mixer
  • Heart-shaped cookie cutter
  • Parchment-lined baking sheet
  • wire cooling rack
  • Piping bag or spatula

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  2. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
  3. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing on low speed just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading.
Shape and Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  2. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill again for 10 minutes if the dough feels soft.
  3. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are lightly set but not browned. Cool completely on a wire rack.
Make the Filling
  1. In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and enough milk to reach a spreadable or pipeable consistency.
  2. Tint with pink food coloring if desired.
  3. Pipe or spread about 1-2 tablespoons of buttercream onto the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie and gently press together. Repeat with remaining cookies.

Notes

For best results, chill the dough twice to ensure cookies hold their shape. Store assembled sandwiches in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Cookies become softer over time as they absorb filling moisture.
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