Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and food coloring until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, gently folding until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space in between each mound.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are set and spring back lightly when touched. Let cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- For the filling, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
- Once the cookies have cooled, spread a generous spoonful of filling onto the flat side of one cookie and sandwich it with another cookie.
Notes
For a healthier option, try whole wheat flour or a gluten-free blend. Also, you can opt for natural food coloring alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian