Pistachio and Orange Blossom Cookie Sandwiches Inspired by Jasmine from Aladdin

These Magic Carpet Cookie Sandwiches are soft, colorful, and totally enchanting—just like Jasmine herself. The pistachio cookies are tinted aqua and sprinkled with gold, while the orange sugar cookies bring a sunny citrus twist. Sandwiched with orange blossom vanilla buttercream, this cake mix cookie combo is a magical, easy-to-make dessert that feels straight out of Agrabah.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy cookie sandwich recipe made with boxed cake mix.
• Inspired by Princess Jasmine with pistachio and orange blossom flavors.
• Colorful, fun, and great for themed parties or movie nights.
• No chill time needed—ready in under 30 minutes.
• The buttercream is smooth, citrusy, and perfectly sweet.
• Aqua cookies with gold flakes add a magical, royal touch.

Ingredient Notes

• White cake mix and orange cake mix – These form the base of each cookie, making the recipe quick and consistent.
• Pistachio extract – Adds a distinct nutty flavor and can usually be found online or in specialty baking stores.
• Aqua gel food coloring – Gel works better than liquid for vibrant color without thinning the dough.
• Finely chopped pistachios – Adds texture and flavor to the tops of the pistachio cookies.
• Edible gold flakes – Optional, but they give the cookies a magical, Jasmine-inspired sparkle.
• Orange extract – Gives the orange cookies and buttercream a bright, citrusy boost.
• Heavy cream – Helps create a smooth, pipeable buttercream consistency.

Before You Bake

Do I need to chill the cookie dough?
Nope! These cake mix cookies are designed to bake straight from the bowl—no chilling required.

Can I make the cookies ahead of time?
Yes! You can bake the cookies a day in advance and assemble them right before serving. Store them in an airtight container to keep them soft.

What food coloring works best for the pistachio cookies?
Gel food coloring is ideal—it gives you vibrant color without altering the texture of the dough.

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Ingredients

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Pistachio Cookies

• 1 box white cake mix
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon pistachio extract
• Aqua gel food coloring
• Finely chopped pistachios, for topping
• Edible gold flakes (optional)

Orange Sugar Cookies

• 1 box orange cake mix
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon orange extract

Orange Blossom Vanilla Buttercream

• 1 stick salted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon orange extract
• 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

Pistachio Cookies

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, oil, eggs, pistachio extract, and food coloring until smooth.
3. Scoop into 1½-tablespoon balls and place on prepared sheets.
4. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios. Bake 8–10 minutes or until set around the edges. While warm, sprinkle with gold flakes if using. Cool completely.

Orange Sugar Cookies

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, oil, eggs, and orange extract.
3. Scoop into 1½-tablespoon balls and place on sheets.
4. Bake 8–10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.

Orange Blossom Vanilla Buttercream

1. In a large bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy.
2. Mix in half of the powdered sugar, followed by extracts and cream.
3. Add remaining sugar and beat until smooth and pipeable.

Assembly

1. Lay the pistachio cookies upside down.
2. Pipe or spread buttercream onto each.
3. Top with an orange sugar cookie and gently press to sandwich.
4. Repeat with remaining cookies.

FAQ

Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
Definitely. Try lemon for the citrus cookie or funfetti for a birthday twist. Just adjust extracts accordingly.

How do I store the assembled cookie sandwiches?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4. Let them come to room temp before serving.

Can I freeze these cookie sandwiches?
Yes, you can freeze the cookies (unfrosted) for up to 2 months. Assemble with buttercream after thawing for best texture.

Do I need a piping bag for the buttercream?
Not at all! A zip-top bag with the corner snipped or even a spoon works just fine.

What brand of pistachio extract do you recommend?
LorAnn and OliveNation are popular options for high-quality, concentrated pistachio flavor.

Sprinkle of Fun

Turn cookie time into movie night magic. Make a batch of these Magic Carpet Cookie Sandwiches, then snuggle up for a double feature—start with the animated Aladdin to soak in the nostalgia, then follow it with the live-action version for a fresh twist. Let everyone pick their favorite Genie, compare Jasmine’s outfits, and sing along to A Whole New World.

Want to go all out? Serve up some sparkling lemonade in gold cups, lay out pillows for a “magic carpet” movie lounge, and hand out mini “Genie lamp” favors or gold coin chocolates. Add a trivia round between movies for a little friendly competition. It’s a whole new world of themed fun—no genie required.

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