Dulce de Leche Sandwich Cookies
Soft buttery cookies filled with rich, caramel-like dulce de leche create an indulgent treat perfect for parties, gifts, or dessert platters. These sandwich cookies are simple to make and wonderfully decadent.
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Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or hand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Wire cooling rack
- Spoon or small spatula for filling
Ingredients
- For the Cookies:
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup dulce de leche store-bought or homemade
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Make Cookie Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Shape Cookies:
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
- Bake Cookies:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Assemble Sandwich Cookies:
- Spread about 1–2 teaspoons of dulce de leche on the flat side of one cookie, then top with another cookie to create a sandwich. Press gently to adhere.
- Serve:
- Enjoy immediately or chill slightly for firmer filling.
Servings: 20 sandwich cookies