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Cozy Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies Recipe Easy Homemade Cream Cheese Filling

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Tender gingerbread cookies sandwich a smooth and tangy cream cheese filling, creating a cozy treat perfect for winter and holidays. This recipe balances warm spices with creamy sweetness for a comforting bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup (80 ml) molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup (56 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (180 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar on medium speed until fluffy and lighter in color, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until combined and smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Divide dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  7. Roll one dough disc on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch (6 mm) thickness. Cut shapes with cookie cutters and transfer to baking sheets, spacing at least 1 inch apart.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers still soft. Remove and let cool on wire racks.
  9. Beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  10. Spread or pipe about 1 tablespoon of filling onto the flat side of one cookie, then top with another cookie to form a sandwich. Press lightly to spread filling evenly.
  11. Chill assembled cookies for 30 minutes to let filling firm up before serving.

Notes

Chill dough for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading. Use room temperature cream cheese and butter for smooth filling. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies tender. For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend. Vegan adaptations possible with dairy-free cream cheese, plant-based butter, and flax egg.

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