Decadent Chocolate Sandwiches: Easy Cookie Mix Recipe
Making Chocolate Sandwiches Using a Cookie Mix
Today, I’m excited to share a fantastic recipe for chocolate sandwich cookies made with a convenient store-bought cookie mix! These cookies boast a delightful crisp exterior with a sweet, rich chocolate filling. They’re perfect as a homemade treat for kids or an elegant dessert for your next coffee break. I’ll guide you through each step with clear, detailed instructions, making it easy for even beginner bakers to achieve delicious results!
Cookie Dough Ingredients
- 1 packet Chocolate Cookie Mix
- 50g Unsalted Butter, softened at room temperature
- 20ml Water
Chocolate Filling Ingredients
- 30g Dark Chocolate (or Milk Chocolate, to your preference)
- 30g Dark Chocolate (or Milk Chocolate, to your preference)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a clean mixing bowl, add the entire packet of chocolate cookie mix. This mix is already flavored, so you won’t need to add extra sugar or cocoa powder for a delicious taste.
Step 2
Add the 50g of softened unsalted butter and 20ml of water directly into the bowl with the cookie mix. Ensure the butter is at room temperature; if it’s too cold, the dough might become sticky.
Step 3
Using a spatula or scraper, gently mix the ingredients until they are roughly combined. It’s okay if there are still visible dry patches of mix. Avoid over-kneading; just aim to bring the ingredients together.
Step 4
Once the mixture becomes too difficult to stir with a spatula, switch to using your hands. Gently bring the dough together to form a single cohesive ball. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can result in hard cookies. Mix just until no dry powder remains.
Step 5
Prepare your work surface by laying down a silicone mat or parchment paper. Place the dough ball on top, and then cover it with another sheet of parchment paper. This method prevents the rolling pin from sticking to the dough and ensures a clean rolling process.
Step 6
Place dough thickness guides (rolling guides or ‘dowel rods’) of approximately 3mm thickness on both sides of the dough. Use a rolling pin to roll out the dough evenly to this thickness. Using guides ensures uniform cookie height, which is perfect for sandwiching.
Step 7
Once the dough has been rolled out to the desired thickness, carefully peel off the top layer of parchment paper. You should now have a smooth, evenly rolled dough surface.
Step 8
Using a round cookie cutter (about 5.5cm in diameter) or any shape you prefer, cut out shapes from the rolled dough. Wiping the cutter clean after each cut will help create neater shapes.
Step 9
Arrange the cut cookie dough shapes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave some space between each cookie, as they will spread slightly during baking.
Step 10
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Bake the cookies at 170°C (340°F) for approximately 12 minutes, adjusting the temperature to 165°C (330°F) if needed based on your oven’s performance. Keep an eye on them; they are ready when the edges begin to turn golden brown.
Step 11
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack. Cooled cookies are less likely to break when assembling. For the filling, place the dark chocolate in a small bowl, put it into a piping bag, and set it over a bain-marie (a bowl of hot water) to melt.
Step 12
Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly so it’s not too hot. Snip a small opening at the tip of the piping bag and pipe the chocolate onto the flat side of one cookie. Aim to cover about 50% of the cookie’s surface area.
Step 13
Take another cookie and gently place it on top of the chocolate-covered cookie, pressing lightly so that the chocolate filling just peeks out slightly around the edges. Place the assembled cookies in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate filling has set completely.
Step 14
Arrange the chilled chocolate sandwich cookies attractively on a serving plate. You can add extra decorations with chocolate pens if desired.
Step 15
Congratulations! Your delicious and beautiful chocolate sandwich cookies are ready to be enjoyed. Savor the delightful combination of rich chocolate and crisp cookies!
