Keyword: cookies, desserts, family fun, Festive Treats, Halloween treats, Monster Sandwich Cookies
Prep Time: 20 minutesminutes
Setting Time: 15 minutesminutes
Total Time: 35 minutesminutes
Servings: 12cookies
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
medium bowl
Electric mixer
Piping bag
spatula
Ingredients
For the Sandwiches
24cookiesChips Ahoy Cookiesfor the cookie base
1cupUnsalted Buttersoftened
For the Frosting
4cupsPowdered Sugarfor sweetness
2-3tablespoonsMilk or Heavy Creamto achieve desired consistency
2teaspoonsVanilla Extractfor flavor
For the Decor
as neededFood ColoringHalloween colors
as neededCandy Eyesfor decoration
Instructions
Frosting Preparation
In a medium bowl, beat together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 4 cups of powdered sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3–4 minutes until creamy and light.
Mix in 2–3 tablespoons of milk and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until the frosting reaches a fluffy consistency.
Divide the frosting into separate bowls and add food coloring to achieve desired colors.
Cookie Assembly
Match Chips Ahoy cookies into pairs by size and shape. Flip one cookie of each pair upside down.
Pipe or spread a dollop of frosting on the flat side of the upside-down cookie and press the second cookie on top.
Press candy eyes into the frosting while it’s soft.
Allow to set for 10–15 minutes at room temperature.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Enjoy creating and sharing these Monster Sandwich Cookies with loved ones!