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Chocolate Orange Sandwich Cookies

These cookies combine rich dark chocolate with a zesty orange-flavored filling, creating an irresistible treat that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookies
  • 200 g dark chocolate (minimum 50% cocoa solids) The higher the cocoa content, the richer the cookie.
  • 100 g butter Ensure it’s softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 2 medium eggs These add moisture and richness.
  • 100 g light brown sugar Gives a nice depth of flavor.
  • 100 g caster sugar Helps achieve a perfect texture.
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract Enhances the flavor profile beautifully.
  • 60 g plain flour Provides structure to the cookies.
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder Contributes to the chocolate flavor.
  • 1 tsp baking powder Gives the cookies a lift.
  • 1 pinch fine sea salt Enhances the sweetness.
  • 80 g ground almonds Adds a lovely nutty flavor and texture.
For the ganache filling
  • 200 g orange chocolate, chopped For the ganache filling.
  • 200 g double cream (heavy cream) The creamy base for your filling.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 170°C fan / 375°F / Gas 5.
  2. Line two baking trays with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Make the Cookie Dough
  1. Melt dark chocolate and butter in a small heatproof bowl over simmering water.
  2. Whisk eggs, light brown sugar, caster sugar, and vanilla together until thick and pale.
  3. Mix in the slightly cooled chocolate mixture.
  4. Fold in ground almonds, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt until just combined.
  5. Chill the mixture in the fridge for about 5 minutes.
Shape the Cookies
  1. Using a one-tablespoon cookie scoop, place 9 cookies on each tray.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the trays for at least 12 minutes.
Prepare the Ganache Filling
  1. Heat double cream until it starts to boil.
  2. Pour it over chopped orange chocolate and stir until smooth.
  3. Allow to cool until thick enough to pipe.
Assemble
  1. Pipe ganache onto one cookie and sandwich with another.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Can be refrigerated for 1 week or frozen for 3 months.