Baklava Cream Sandwich Cookies – Sweet and Nutty Treats
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Baklava Cream Sandwich Cookies, a unique twist on traditional baklava. These sweet and nutty treats combine the rich essence of pistachios and walnuts with a creamy filling that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not only easy to make but also visually impressive, making them a standout dessert at gatherings or a cozy night in. Drizzled with caramel and garnished with nuts, they offer a satisfying crunch along with creamy goodness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce for drizzling
- Additional chopped pistachios and walnuts for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add honey and mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined; fold in the chopped nuts.
- Roll dough into small balls, flatten slightly, place on prepared baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- Cool cookies on a wire rack while preparing the filling by beating cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Assemble by spreading filling between two cookies and drizzle with caramel sauce; garnish with extra nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg