Sweet Nutty Sandwich Treats (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cookies
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/4 cup honey
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1/4 cup chopped pistachios
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1/4 cup chopped walnuts
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ For the Filling and Garnish
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1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup powdered sugar
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1/4 cup caramel sauce for drizzling
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Additional chopped pistachios and walnuts for garnish
# Instructions:
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Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
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Add honey to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped pistachios and walnuts.
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Roll the dough into small balls and slightly flatten them with your palm. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
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Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
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While the cookies are cooling, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth.
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Once the cookies are cooled, spread a generous amount of cream cheese filling on the flat side of one cookie, and top with another cookie to form a sandwich.
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Drizzle caramel sauce over each sandwich cookie and garnish with additional chopped pistachios and walnuts.
# Notes:
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If you find your cookie dough is too sticky to work with, refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes before shaping the cookies. This helps make the dough easier to handle and improves the cookie's structure.
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Use a small cookie scoop to ensure that each cookie is the same size. This not only makes your cookies look uniform but also ensures even baking.
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You can replace pistachios and walnuts with other nuts like almonds or pecans, depending on your preference.