Heart throb Cookie Sandwiches filled with rich chocolate frosting- the ultimate sweet treat!
Flirty, fun, and filled with rich fudge frosting, these heart-shaped cookie sandwiches are perfect for a Valentine’s girls’ night in or a rom-com binge session! What’s better than a semi-homemade sweet treat for Valentine’s Day? Absolutely nothing, because these are the cutest treats you’ll see all season! They start with Pillsbury™ Heart Cutout Shape™ Sugar Cookie Dough, featuring 20 pre-cut heart cookies—10 white and 10 pink—making baking quick, easy, and fun.
While you can opt for store-bought frosting, I highly recommend making your own to give them that homemade touch…plus it makes it feel like you’ve been baking all day wink wink
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My Cookie Sandwich Obsession
If there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I love cookie sandwiches. I mean, if you’ve seen my blog or social media, you already know—I make them all the time.
A Sweet Surprise with These Heart Cookies
When I saw these Pillsbury heart cutout cookies, I had zero plans for them. But obviously, I had to buy them because they were way too cute to pass up. What I didn’t even realize? There were two colors—classic sugar cookie and pink! So once I baked them, I decided to do a little Neapolitan-inspired twist: one pink, one plain, and a fudgy chocolate frosting in the middle. And let me tell you, the color combo was perfection, 10/10.
Homemade Frosting is the Move
You can totally use store-bought frosting, but I swear homemade is a game-changer. It makes everything taste so much better, and people always notice. Like, suddenly, everyone thinks you spent all day baking when it actually took no time at all. Win-win.
Make it a Girls’ Night Treat
These would be so fun for a girls’ night in! You could roll them in sprinkles (which I would 100% do) or mini chocolate chips for extra texture. Honestly, I’d put sprinkles on everything if I could.
Girls’ Night + Hallmark’s Loveuary
Speaking of girls’ nights, my daughter and I have been doing our own little mini girls’ nights in and watching Hallmark’s Loveuary lineup (plus some throwback movies). So far, our favorite is The Wish Swap—it’s about two strangers, Casey and Henry, who share the same birthday. They both make a wish at the same time, and boom—their wishes get swapped! It’s super cute and fun, and I love a good wish gone wrong storyline.
A close second? The Perfect Setting—because I’m a sucker for movies set in another country.
Try These & Make Your Valentine’s Extra Sweet!
If you need a fun and easy dessert for a Galentine’s get-together, these cookie sandwiches are it. Let me know if you try them! 💕✨
FAQ
1. Can I use homemade sugar cookies instead of Pillsbury Heart Cutout Cookies?
Absolutely! If you prefer to make your own sugar cookie dough, just be sure to roll it out evenly and use a heart-shaped cutter to keep the festive Valentine’s look. Aim for cookies that are soft but sturdy enough to hold the frosting without breaking.
2. How do I store these cookie sandwiches?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you refrigerate them, let them sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving to soften up the frosting.
3. Can I freeze these cookies?
Yes! You can freeze the baked cookies (without frosting) for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
4. Can I use store-bought frosting instead of homemade?
Of course! While I highly recommend homemade frosting for the best flavor and texture, you can use any chocolate frosting from the store for convenience. Just make sure it’s thick enough to hold the cookies together.
5. What’s the best way to frost these cookies?
For the prettiest and most even frosting, use a piping bag with an open tip (like a round or star tip or even just cutting the bag tip making a small hole). If you don’t have one, a simple butter knife or offset spatula works just fine—just spread on a generous amount so each bite is rich and fudgy!
6. How can I make these extra special for a girls’ night?
💖 Set up a DIY decorating station with sprinkles, crushed candies, and edible glitter!
🎬 Pair them with a rom-com marathon and fun themed drinks.
🍓 Serve with strawberries and pink hot cocoa for a sweet touch.
7. Can I make the frosting ahead of time?
Yes! Store the frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Let it come to room temperature and mix well before using. If needed, add a splash of heavy cream to smooth it out.
8. How do I prevent the cookies from getting too soft or soggy?
Make sure the cookies are completely cool before adding the frosting. Also, avoid stacking them directly on top of each other unless they are in a single layer with parchment paper in between to keep the frosting from making them too soft.
9. Can I use a different type of frosting?
Yes! If you want a twist, try strawberry buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or even a whipped peanut butter frosting for a fun flavor variation.
10. Do these cookies work for other holidays?
Definitely! Swap out the heart shapes for stars, trees, or pumpkins, and customize the frosting color and sprinkles to match any holiday or theme! 🎉
Sprinkle of Fun ✨
Sprinkle some fun: Create a DIY “Love Bites” Dessert Bar where all of your friends can decorate their own heart cookie sandwiches with sprinkles, edible glitter, and mini chocolate chips. Pair them with pink hot cocoa or champagne, and cue up your favorite rom-com for the ultimate sweets-obsessed girls’ night in! 🍿💋💞
Heart Cutout Cookie Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 package Pillsbury heart cutout cookies
- 1 stick salted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp heavy cream
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup Dutch-process or unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Bake the heart cookies according to package instructions, then let them cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Mix in 1 cup of powdered sugar, then add the remaining powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and cocoa powder. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag with an open tip (or simply spread it with a knife). Lay the cookies out, separating the pink ones from the plain ones. Pipe or spread a generous dollop of frosting onto the back of a plain cookie, then gently press a pink cookie on top.
- Repeat with the remaining cookies and enjoy!
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