Looking for the perfect treat to impress your loved ones this Valentine’s Day? These Pink Velvet Cookie Sandwiches are the ideal way to celebrate the occasion. With their vibrant color and soft, tender texture, they’re not just cookies; they’re a delightful expression of love.
Imagine sinking your teeth into a luscious, cream-filled cookie that looks as good as it tastes. These valentines cookies feature a unique combination of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you’re sharing them with friends, family, or that special someone, these adorable sandwiches will surely bring a smile to everyone’s face.
Pink Velvet Cookie Sandwiches Recipe
These Pink Velvet Cookie Sandwiches are soft, buttery cookies with a slight hint of cocoa, making them rich and decadent. The cream cheese filling adds a tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the cookies’ flavor, creating a delightful treat that’s both beautiful and delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for the filling)
- Sprinkles for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Flavorings: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, buttermilk, and red food coloring until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop Cookies: Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Once the cookies are cooled, spread a generous amount of cream cheese filling on the bottom of one cookie and top with another cookie to create a sandwich.
- Decorate: If desired, roll the edges of the filled cookies in sprinkles for extra flair. Serve and enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 sandwiches
- Calories: 290kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
