Ingredients
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For the cookies:
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the vanilla filling:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine flour mixture with butter mixture until dough forms.
- Divide dough in half, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
- Beat butter for filling until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla and milk until smooth.
- Spread filling on one cookie and sandwich with another cookie.
Notes
Chilling the dough is important for maintaining the cookie shape.
Adjust milk in the filling for desired consistency.
Customize the filling with colors or sprinkles for festive variations.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 12