5 Ingredients Funfetti Cookie Sandwiches
Welcome to the delightful adventure of baking Funfetti Cookie Sandwiches, where every bite is a celebration. These treats blend chewy, sprinkle-filled cookies with creamy, rich cream cheese frosting for a perfect balance of flavor and texture.
It’s a simple yet extraordinary journey into the joy of baking, promising to bring a burst of color and happiness to your table. Ready to create something magical?
Let’s dive into making these playful cookie sandwiches, a sweet experience that’s as enjoyable and easy as whipping up your favorite churro bars. Check out my other cookie sandwich recipe, Oreo Ice Cream Sandwich.
What is a Funfetti Cookie Sandwich?
As a fan of sweet treats, I’ve found that this cookie is truly a delight to uncover, with its chewy sprinkle-filled sugar cookies and creamy cream cheese frosting.
These delicious cookies are an easy dessert to prep and assemble, even in advance.
The enticing aroma that fills the kitchen while they’re baking is just a teaser for the taste explosion to come. They are fun and popular on any occasion.
What You Need To Perfect Funfetti Cookies
To make the perfect Funfetti cookies, I’ll first walk you through the essential ingredients and steps. These simple everyday ingredients can be found in your pantry.
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Roll: Ready to use, making your baking process a breeze.
- 4 ounces Cream Cheese: The key to a luscious cream cheese frosting.
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar: sweetens and thickens your frosting to perfection.
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract: adds a rich flavor that complements the cream cheese.
- 1 tablespoon Milk: to achieve the ideal frosting consistency; adjust as needed.
- Funfetti Sprinkles: for that colorful, joyful crunch in every bite.
How To Make Funfetti Cookies
1. Set your oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet by covering it with parchment paper.
2. Shape cookie dough into 1 ½ inch balls, roll in Funfetti sprinkles,
3. Then, place it on the sheet and slightly flatten it.
4. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
5. While cookies bake, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk with a hand mixer until smooth. Adjust milk for consistency and fill a piping bag with the frosting. Cool cookies completely, then pipe frosting on the bottom of half the cookies.
6. Start by assembling and pairing the cooled Funfetti cookies of similar sizes. The symmetry of the sandwich relies on this careful selection.
7. Then comes the heart of our creation – the inside of one cookie gets a generous amount of soft, airy cream cheese frosting. Press another cookie on top, creating a delicious duo.
8. For the final touch, roll the outside in extra sprinkles, capturing the joy and whimsy of Funfetti cookie sandwiches.
Enjoy your delightful Funfetti cookie sandwiches.
Variations Your Funfetti Cookie
Let’s dive into my favorite part: customizing your Funfetti cookie sandwich to suit your personal taste.
There are countless variations to create your own version of a Funfetti cookie sandwich. Consider rolling the edges in rainbow sprinkles; they add a delightful crunch and an extra burst of color.
If you’re a chocolate lover, try replacing the standard cream cheese frosting with a rich chocolate ganache. Or, for a summer twist, scoop a dollop of your favorite ice cream between two cookies to create fun ice cream sandwiches.
Remember, the key to a perfect filling, whether it’s cream cheese or chocolate, is to beat for several minutes until it’s light and fluffy. Add cream or milk as needed for a creamy consistency.
Storing and Freezing Tips
These delightful Funfetti cookie sandwiches are perfect to make because they store so well for later. Here are some storing and freezing tips to ensure your cookies stay as fresh as the day they were baked.
The Funfetti cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days. If you want to extend their freshness, place the container in the refrigerator, where they’ll last for up to a week.
For longer storage, you can freeze the cookie dough for up to three months. Remember to seal it properly.
With these tips, you can enjoy these sweet, sprinkle-laden treats whenever the craving strikes.
Tips and tricks
In my experience, mastering the art of making these Funfetti cookie sandwiches comes down to a few helpful tips and tricks.
- First, it’s crucial to chill the dough before scooping it onto the baking tray. This technique ensures the cookies keep their form during the baking process.
- Second, when preheating the oven to degrees, ensure it’s accurately calibrated for perfect baking.
- Third, don’t skimp on the baking powder. It gives the cookies their fluffy texture.
- Adjusting the consistency of the cream cheese frosting is also essential. If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk. Remember, your frosting must be airy and fluffy.
- Lastly, for those Insta-ready photos, store the cookies in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.
Last Thoughts
Creating Funfetti Cookie Sandwiches is more than baking—it’s an artful dance of flavors and textures, blending sweetness with creamy delight in every bite. With just a few pantry staples, you’re on your way to crafting these irresistible treats.
Dive into the joy of making Funfetti cookie sandwiches and bring smiles all around. Remember, life gets a bit brighter with every sprinkle of fun.
Want more unique cookie recipes? Check out my Hot Cocoa Cookies, Creamy Eggnog Cookies, and Molten Chocolate Lava Cookies.
FAQs
You can absolutely make your own Funfetti sprinkles! I create my own by mixing food coloring with white sugar, spreading it out to dry, and then breaking it into small pieces. It’s a simple and creative process, really!
Absolutely! Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend and use vegan butter and cream cheese for eggs, applesauce, or flaxseed meal works. Remember, it’s all about finding what suits your dietary needs.
I’m always experimenting with flavor profiles. For a tangy twist, I’d add lemon zest to the cream cheese frosting. Or, for a warm, autumnal vibe, I’d incorporate pumpkin spice or maple extract. It’s all about creativity!
Absolutely, I can switch up the frosting! Maybe a rich chocolate ganache or a light vanilla buttercream. It’s all about personal preference and the flavor profile you’re aiming for. It’s your kitchen; experiment away!
5-Ingredient Funfetti Cookie Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Roll (Pilsbury)
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp Milk
- Funfetti Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (150°C) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to get it ready for use.
- Roll out the chocolate chip cookie dough into 1 ½ inch round balls. Roll in the funfetti sprinkles and place on the baking sheet. Flatten slightly with finger tips. Repeat with the cookie dough to make 12 cookies.
- Place in the oven and bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are just lightly browned.
- While the sugar cookies are baking, make the cream cheese frosting filling.
- Combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.Use a hand mixer to blend everything together until completely combined.
- Then add the milk and mix again until the cream cheese is a smooth texture. If it is still a bit thick add another teaspoon or tablespoon of milk.
- Place the frosting in a piping bag.
- Once the cookies are done, let them cool completely on the baking sheet or transferred to a wire rack.
- After the cookies are cooled, flip over 6 of the cookies, so that the bottom is facing up.
- Cut a hole in the cream cheese frosting filled piping bag and pipe a thick swirl of frosting on each of the 6 cookies.
- Place the other 6 cookies on top of the frosting and squeeze slightly to create cookie sandwiches with the frosting slightly protruding from the edges.
- Dip the edges of the cookies into the funfetti sprinkles if desired for an extra pop of colors. Enjoy
