Vanilla Sandwich Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour (Sifted)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (Softened)
• 1 large egg (Room temperature)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Authentic for best flavor)
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (Softened)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Preparation ---

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

3. 3

   In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

7. 7

   Scoop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart.

8. 8

   --- Baking ---

9. 9

   Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden.

10. 10

    Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool completely.

11. 11

    --- Filling and Assembly ---

12. 12

    In a bowl, combine the powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract for the filling.

13. 13

    Spread a generous amount of filling on the flat side of half the cookies, then sandwich with the other half.