Signature Recipe
Chocolate Hazelnut Cookie Sandwiches
Delicious cookie sandwiches filled with rich chocolate hazelnut spread, perfect for dessert lovers.
If you’re on the hunt for a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and hazelnut, look no further than these delightful cookie sandwiches. Made with a base of soft, buttery cookies, this recipe is sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth. The balance of sweetness from granulated and brown sugars creates a warm, inviting flavor that perfectly complements the luscious filling. Each bite offers a satisfying contrast between the tender cookie and the creamy, indulgent chocolate hazelnut spread, making them an irresistible choice for dessert lovers.
The preparation is surprisingly simple, with a total time of just over half an hour. In just 20 minutes of prep, you’ll mix the unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, creating the ideal foundation for your cookies. The addition of eggs will lend a rich texture, ensuring that each sandwich cookie is moist and satisfying. As you combine these key ingredients, your kitchen will fill with a warm aroma, setting the stage for the deliciousness to come.
Once the dough is ready, all that’s left is to scoop, bake, and assemble. The cookies will bake to a golden perfection in just 12 minutes, and while they cool, you can dream about the heavenly chocolate hazelnut spread that will fill the center. The final step of assembling the sandwiches is where the magic truly happens—generously spread the rich filling between two cookies and press them together for an enchanting dessert experience.
With an easy difficulty level and a yield of about 12 sandwich cookies, this recipe is perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros looking to whip up something special. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself to a sweet moment, these cookie sandwiches are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Chocolate Hazelnut Cookie Sandwiches
Ingredient list and step-by-step instructions generated for AI Food Bytes readers.
Main
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts (optional, for garnish)
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of chocolate hazelnut spread on the bottom of one cookie, then sandwich it with another cookie.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped hazelnuts on the filling before placing the top cookie.
- Enjoy your delicious chocolate hazelnut cookie sandwiches!
General Notes
- Makes about 12 sandwich cookies
- Delicious cookie sandwiches filled with rich chocolate hazelnut spread, perfect for dessert lovers.