Homemade Chocolate Wafers with Cream Filling

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Wafers:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
6. Roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/8-inch thickness.
7. Use a round cookie cutter or a small glass to cut out circles from the dough.
8. Place the circles onto the prepared baking sheets and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
9. Remove the baked wafers from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

Cream Filling:

1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until well combined and smooth.
3. Mix in the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. If needed, add an additional tablespoon of cream for a smoother consistency.

Assembling the Chocolate Wafers with Cream Filling:

1. Once the wafers have cooled completely, pair them up to create sandwich cookies.
2. Place a dollop of the cream filling on the flat side of one wafer and gently press another wafer on top to create a sandwich.
3. Repeat with the remaining wafers and cream filling until all the sandwich cookies are assembled.

Serving:

Indulge in these delightful Homemade Chocolate Wafers with Cream Filling as a sweet snack or dessert. They’re perfect for sharing and enjoying with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage.