Jack-O’-Lantern Sandwich Cookies

Jack-O’-Lantern Sandwich Cookies are a festive and fun Halloween treat that combines buttery, tender cookies with a sweet, creamy filling. Shaped like classic carved pumpkins, these cookies bring all the charm of jack-o’-lanterns to your dessert table. Perfect for parties, gifting, or a spooky baking day at home, they’re as delightful to make as they are to eat.

These cookies start with a soft, buttery dough that’s easy to roll out and cut into pumpkin shapes. Half of the cookies have jack-o’-lantern faces cut out to create the signature look, while the other half remain solid to hold the filling. The faces can be simple triangles for eyes and a smile, or you can get creative with spooky, silly, or surprised expressions.

Once baked to a light golden color, the cookies are sandwiched together with a filling that’s sweet and creamy. Popular choices include vanilla buttercream, orange-tinted frosting, cream cheese filling, or even a smooth layer of chocolate or jam for a fun flavor twist. The filling peeks through the jack-o’-lantern faces, adding both color and a playful touch to every bite.

Decorating is where the real fun happens. You can tint the cookie dough orange using food coloring or leave it natural for a classic look. A dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of icing can add extra flair. These cookies look great arranged on a party platter, wrapped up as Halloween favors, or served alongside other festive treats like cupcakes and candies.

Not only are Jack-O’-Lantern Sandwich Cookies adorable, but they’re also delicious. The buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies pair perfectly with the creamy filling, making them irresistible to both kids and adults. They offer the perfect combination of festive fun and homemade charm, turning a simple cookie into a Halloween centerpiece.

Jack-O’-Lantern Sandwich Cookies

3.54 from 41 votes

Delicious and festive Jack-O’-Lantern sandwich cookies perfect for Halloween. These cookies are a fun treat that combines buttery cookie layers with a sweet, creamy filling.

Servings 1 people

Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• Orange food coloring
• 1 teaspoon milk

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Mix in the vanilla extract and egg until well combined.
• Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
• Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface, about 1/4 inch thick.
• Cut out cookies using a pumpkin-shaped cookie cutter. Use a knife to carve Jack-O’-Lantern faces into half of the cookies.
• Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.
• To make the filling, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar until combined.
• Mix in a few drops of orange food coloring and milk until desired consistency and color are reached.
• Spread the filling on the flat side of each non-carved cookie. Top with a carved cookie to create a sandwich.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 35mgPotassium: 15mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Calories: 145kcal

Meal Type: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: baking, cookies, Halloween

Cooking Method: Baked

Diet: Nut-free

Time: 30-45 Min

Level: Easy

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