Double Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Unbleached All-Purpose Flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
2. Unsalted Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks, 227 grams)
3. Granulated Sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
4. Dark Chocolate (chopped): 100 grams
5. Cocoa Powder: 1/3 cup (30 grams)
6. Large Eggs: 2
7. Baking Soda: 1 teaspoon
8. Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
9. Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
10. Milk Chocolate for filling: as needed (approx. 100 grams melted)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 2 hours (includes chilling time)
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and mix.
4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Sift together and add to the butter mixture gradually.
5. Mix in the chopped dark chocolate.
6. Drop the cookie dough by spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving room for spreading.
7. Flatten each cookie slightly and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set and slightly golden.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, spread a layer of melted milk chocolate on the bottom side of each cookie and top with another cookie to make sandwiches.

Nutritional Information: (per cookie)

• Calories: Approx. 350 calories per cookie (depending on the exact ingredients used)
• Fat: Approx. 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: Approx. 40 grams
• Protein: Approx. 4 grams (Note: Nutritional information may vary based on the specific ingredients used.)

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich chocolate flavor with a soft and crispy texture combination in every bite.
• Ideal for chocolate lovers, especially those who enjoy creative sandwich cookies with a chocolate filling.
• A perfect blend of American and chocolate flavors, suitable for any time of the day as a snack or dessert.

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are amazing! The combination of double chocolate is just perfect." - John Doe, New York City, USA.
2. "I love how rich these cookies are in chocolate flavor, and the sandwich idea is brilliant." - Jane Smith, San Francisco, USA.
3. "These cookies are a great way to satisfy my chocolate cravings without feeling guilty." - Michael Johnson, Los Angeles, USA.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that the butter is softened to room temperature before starting the recipe to ensure a smooth mixture.
• Do not overbake the cookies; they should be set but still have a soft center when removed from the oven.
• For best results, use high-quality chocolate for both the dough and the filling to ensure rich flavor and texture in every bite.