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Delicious cherry filled chocolate sandwich cookies on a plate

Cherry Filled Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and sweet cherries with these crispy exterior cookies filled with creamy cherry frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Forms the backbone of our cookie.
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened baking cocoa Adds intense chocolate flavor.
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda Vital leavening agent.
  • 0.5 tsp salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 0.75 cups light brown sugar Lends moisture and caramel flavor.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Provides sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (melted) Provides richness.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds sweetness and aroma.
  • 1 ea egg (room temperature) A binder for the cookie dough.
  • 2 tbsp water Used for dough consistency.
  • 1 cups mini chocolate chips Delightful bursts of flavor.
For the Cherry Frosting
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened) Creates a creamy base.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Makes frosting silky and smooth.
  • 0.5 cups maraschino cherries (drained and chopped) The star ingredient for flavor.
  • 3 tbsp maraschino cherry juice Infuses frosting with cherry goodness.
  • 1 tsp almond or vanilla extract Optional for flavor.
  • As needed additional cherry juice and powdered sugar For adjusting frosting consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the room temperature egg and vanilla extract until well blended.
  5. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently.
Baking
  1. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Scoop out rounded teaspoons of cookie dough and place them on the prepared cookie sheet, flattening each slightly.
  3. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft.
  4. Cool the cookies on a rack.
Frosting
  1. Beat the softened butter in a medium bowl until smooth.
  2. Gradually add one cup of powdered sugar, mixing until well incorporated.
  3. Add cherry juice and extract, mixing until fully blended.
  4. Gradually beat in remaining powdered sugar until desired consistency is achieved.
  5. Fold in the chopped cherries.
Assembly
  1. Pair cookies of similar size and spread 1-2 teaspoons of cherry frosting on the bottom of one cookie.
  2. Top it with another cookie to form a sandwich.
Storage
  1. Place filled cookies in an airtight container.

Notes

For a richer chocolate flavor, consider using dark cocoa powder instead of unsweetened. You can also try different extracts for unique flavors.