Chocolate Valentine Cookie Sandwiches

My Chocolate Valentine Cookie Sandwiches are the perfect Valentine’s Day treat. Rich, buttercream frosting is sandwiched between decadent chocolate cookies, and the outside edge of the frosting is then decorated with pink and white sprinkles. 

If you haven’t guessed by now, I have a major sweet tooth and love making holiday treats. I combined those two loves to make these decadent, delicious, and, most importantly, easy chocolate sandwich cookies. Chocolate is a classic Valentine’s Day flavor, and everyone loves frosting. So, I made sandwich cookies that take full advantage of both. I add a dash of Valentine’s Day festiveness with pink and white sprinkles around the outside of the exposed frosting. I’ve been making these for a couple of years, and they’ve been a hit every time. I serve them to family and friends throughout the holiday, and they’re always well-received. 

 

Chocolate Valentine Cookie Sandwiches

These chocolate, Valentine cookie sandwiches start with an easy, chocolaty cookie dough recipe. I use cocoa powder for extra-rich chocolate flavor. Then, I bake them until they’re set so they’re soft and chewy. While the cookies cool, I make a simple, rich buttercream frosting, and I sandwich it between the chocolate cookies. Finally, I coat the exposed frosting with white and pink frosting to add the Valentine’s look. The entire recipe only takes about 30 minutes, and I have delicious, festive sandwich cookies to gift to all my loved ones. 

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• It uses simple ingredients to make both the cookies and the frosting. 
• It’s an easy recipe, using only basic cookie and frosting recipes. 
• The rich chocolate and decadent buttercream are a classic combination. 
• These cookies are as pretty as they are delicious and make great Valentine’s Day treats. 

Ingredients

You’ll only need basic baking ingredients to make the cookies and the frosting for these cookie sandwiches. You’ll find most, if not all, of the ingredients in your kitchen. Anything you don’t have is readily available at your local grocery store. 

For the Cookies

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon fine salt, I used sea salt
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3⁄/4 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 2-3 tablespoons cold water

For the Frosting and Decoration

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered or confectioner sugar
• 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
• 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• sprinkles of choice

How to Make These Chocolate Valentine Cookie Sandwiches

Making these cookie sandwiches is incredibly easy and straightforward. It only takes a few minutes and a few simple steps. You’ll be in and out of the kitchen in no time. 

For the Cookies

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Then, line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. 
2. Whisk the dry ingredients together in a bowl. 
3. Cream the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. 
4. Add the egg, water, and vanilla and mix until incorporated. 
5. Mix the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients a little at a time until the dough forms. 
6. Scoop out rounded teaspoons of cookie dough and roll them into balls. Then, flatten them a bit with your fingers. 
7. Place the dough on the baking sheet and bake for 5 to 7 minutes until they’re set. 
8. Cool the cookies completely on a wire rack. 

For the Frosting

1. Beat the butter in a bowl until smooth and creamy. 
2. Beat in 1 cup of powdered sugar a little at a time, beating after each addition. 
3. Add the heavy whipping cream and vanilla and blend. 
4. Add the remaining powdered sugar a little at a time until the frosting holds a peak. 

To Make the Cookie Sandwiches

1. Pair up equally-sized cookies. 
2. Use a piping bag or Ziploc bag with one corner snipped off to pip frosting onto the center of one of the cookies. Then, top it with the other cookie. 
3. Pour the sprinkles into a wide bowl and roll the edge of the cookie sandwiches in it to coat the exposed frosting. 
4. Repeat until all the cookies are made, and enjoy!

Substitutions and Variations

• For deeper chocolate flavor, use Dutch cocoa powder. 
• To further accentuate the chocolate flavor, add a dash of instant coffee. 
• You can use pre-made frosting if you prefer. 
• Add strawberry extract to make chocolate strawberry cookie sandwiches. 

Tips

• Remove the cookies as soon as they are set. DO NOT overbake them. 
• Fully soften your butter for the best texture for the cookies and the frosting. 
• Add the powdered sugar a little at a time when mixing the frosting for the most even blending. 
• Fully cool your cookies before adding the frosting or it won’t stick to the cookies. 
• Instead of piping on the frosting, you can use a medium cookie scoop to add the frosting.
• DO NOT use black cocoa powder for these cookies. 

Equipment

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Electric mixer
• Mixing bowls
• Rimmed cookie sheet
• Parchment paper or silicone mat
• Piping bag with a large round tip or Ziploc bag with the corner snipped off. OR a cookie scoop

Storage

Room Temperature: Store in an air-tight container for up to a day. 

Refrigerator: Store in an air-tight container for up to 2 days. 

Freezer: Wrap individual sandwich cookies in plastic wrap, place them in an air-tight, freezer-safe container, and store for up to a month. 

What to Serve With Chocolate Valentine Cookie Sandwiches

These Valentine’s Day cookie sandwiches are delicious with a glass of milk. Enjoy a more adult pairing with a cup of coffee or tea or even some dessert wine. They’re delicious when paired with other Valentine’s sweets or fresh fruit. 

More Valentine Treats

You’ll enjoy these recipes if you love making special treats for Valentine’s Day. 

• Mini Chocolate Valentine Pretzel Twists 
• Valentine Dipped Pretzel Rods
• Valentine Confetti Cookies

FAQ

What is Dutch cocoa powder? 

Dutch cocoa powder is cocoa that has been treated to reduce its acidity, offering a more chocolaty flavor with less bitterness. 

Is Hershey’s cocoa powder Dutch? 

According to the company, Hershey’s cocoa powder is 100% Dutch-processed cocoa. 

Why can’t I use black cocoa powder for this recipe? 

Black cocoa powder has been so heavily treated that it has no acidity left. Baking powder needs acidity to make the cookie dough rise, so black cocoa powder will lead to flat cookies.

 

 

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