Soft Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies

Savor the Festive Flavors of Soft Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling

Embark on a delightful culinary journey with these Soft Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies, combining the warm, spicy notes of gingerbread with a luscious cream cheese filling. Perfect for a festive holiday gathering or a cozy night in, these cookies bring the comforting aromas of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses right to your kitchen.

Ideal for anyone who loves to indulge in seasonal treats, this recipe offers a twist on traditional gingerbread, transforming it into a decadent sandwich cookie. Ready to impress your guests or treat yourself? Let’s whip up these irresistibly soft and spicy cookies.

Warm and Inviting: Your New Holiday Cookie Favorite

These Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies are not just delicious; they're a sensory experience, filled with flavors that evoke holiday cheer. With their soft texture and creamy filling, they're sure to become a staple in your festive baking repertoire.

Here are some expert tips to ensure your cookies come out perfectly every time.

Pro Tips for Perfect Gingerbread Cookies:

1. Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the dough thoroughly to make it easier to handle and to keep the cookies from spreading too much.
2. Roll Evenly: Roll the dough to an even thickness to ensure uniform baking.
3. Monitor Baking Closely: Remove the cookies from the oven when they are just set to maintain their soft texture.
4. Cool Before Filling: Let cookies cool completely before adding the cream cheese filling to prevent it from melting.
5. Store Properly: Keep the sandwich cookies in a cool place to keep the filling firm and the cookies fresh.

Soft Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies Recipe:

• Preparation time: 30 minutes
• Cooking time: 10 minutes
• Chilling time: 2 hours
• Servings: 12 sandwiches
• Equipment: Mixing bowls, cookie cutter, baking sheets, parchment paper

This recipe is a perfect blend of traditional flavors and modern dessert trends.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon cloves
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup molasses

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg and molasses. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined. Divide, wrap, and chill the dough.
2. Bake the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a floured surface, roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness. Cut out cookies and place on lined baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Cool on sheets, then transfer to racks.
3. Make the Cream Cheese Filling: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until creamy.
4. Assemble the Sandwich Cookies: Spread filling on a cookie’s flat side, top with another cookie. Chill the assembled cookies.

Ready to Delight!

These Soft Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling are the perfect treat to brighten up your holiday season. Their spicy-sweet flavor profile paired with the creamy filling makes them an irresistible addition to any festive occasion. Enjoy baking—and eating—this delightful twist on a classic!