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Strawberry Basil Sandwich Cookies Recipe Easy Homemade with Creamy Mascarpone Filling

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Delicate crumb cookies infused with fresh basil, filled with a silky mascarpone and lemon zest cream, and layered with sweet strawberry jam for a fresh, modern twist on sandwich cookies.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 10–12 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 8 oz (225g) mascarpone cheese, chilled
  • 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup (160g) fresh strawberry jam or preserves

Instructions

  1. Finely chop fresh basil leaves until you have roughly 2 tablespoons. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream 1 cup (225g) softened unsalted butter with 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes on medium speed.
  3. Beat in 1 large room-temperature egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully combined. Gently fold in the chopped basil leaves.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed or fold by hand just until the dough comes together—avoid overmixing.
  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  7. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place about 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Flatten each ball gently to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
  9. Transfer baked cookies to a cooling rack and let cool completely, about 20 minutes.
  10. In a clean bowl, beat 8 oz (225g) mascarpone cheese with 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar and 1 tsp freshly grated lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
  11. Spread about 1 tablespoon mascarpone filling on the flat side of one cookie. Top with a teaspoon of strawberry jam, then gently press another cookie on top. Repeat with remaining cookies.

Notes

Use room temperature butter for best creaming results. Chill dough at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading. Be gentle folding in basil to keep visible flecks. Beat mascarpone filling until just smooth to avoid runniness. Cookies are best served at room temperature. Dough can be refrigerated longer if needed. Substitute cream cheese with heavy cream if mascarpone is unavailable. For gluten-free, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend.

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