Peppermint Patty Sandwich Cookies

By KodiakDavis

Ingredients

• 2 packages devil's food cake mix (regular size)
• 4 large eggs
• 2/3 cup canola oil
• Granulated sugar
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°.
In a large bowl, combine cake mixes, eggs and oil; beat until well blended.
Shape into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets.
Flatten with bottom of a glass dipped in granulated sugar.
Bake 7-9 minutes or until tops are cracked.
Cool 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and extract until blended.
Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth.
Spread filling on bottoms of half of the cookies; cover with remaining cookies. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container.