Butter Cookie Sandwiches with Chestnut Cream

Rating: 3.9 stars
49 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 17
  • 4 star values: 17
  • 3 star values: 9
  • 2 star values: 5
  • 1 star values: 1

These filled sandwiches are partially dipped in melted chocolate and then refrigerated so the glaze can set.

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Ingredients

For the Cookies
For the Filling
For the Glaze

Directions

  • Make cookies: Sift together flour and salt into a medium bowl; set aside. Put butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium-high speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add sugar; mix until smooth. Mix in egg. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture; mix until just combined. Wrap dough in plastic, and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.

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  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll out dough on a lightly floured work surface to 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 1 1/2-inch rounds. Using a spatula, transfer rounds to baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing 1 inch apart.

  • Bake cookies, rotating sheets halfway through, until edges are golden, about 12 minutes. Transfer to wire racks using a spatula; let cool completely.

  • Make filling: Put butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add sugar, salt, and chestnut cream; mix until smooth.

  • Make glaze: Melt chocolate in a small pan over low heat, stirring constantly; set aside.

  • Assemble cookies: Spread filling on bottom of half the cookies. Sandwich with remaining cookies. Repeat with remaining cookies and filling. Dip sandwiches a third of the way into the warm glaze; transfer to wire racks set over baking sheets. Refrigerate until set, about 15 minutes.

Reviews (36)

49 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 17
  • 4 star values: 17
  • 3 star values: 9
  • 2 star values: 5
  • 1 star values: 1
Anonymous
Rating: 3 stars
02/06/2015
I made this recipe almost as-is, but added the specks from half a vanilla bean to the cookies and the other half of the vanilla bean to the filling. I also added ~1/3 tsp. vanilla extract to each. Without vanilla I think these would be sweet but bland. I added a spoonful of coconut oil to the chocolate glaze too. The chestnut flavor is mostly lost in all the sugar and butter - I think using just plain chestnut creme as a filling would be better (if you like chestnuts). Also: USE GOOD BUTTER!
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
12/19/2012
It says to use an electric mixer, but is it possible to just use a regular whisk and mix the ingredients together by hand??
Anonymous
Rating: 5 stars
12/24/2011
This recipe is fantastic - everyone loves it and it's my go-to cookie recipe now. I didn't have chestnut cream so I replaced it with Amarula (a Baileys-like liquor). Exceptional! I think Baileys would work as a replacement as well.
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Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
01/29/2011
Dear Martha I just made these cookies (29/01/2011 - 07:49pm) and they came out just perfect. And as a plus, it looks just like the picture (which seldom ever occurs with my baking). I love this recipe! Andi Ungerer (South Africa - Durban)
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
11/22/2010
I cannot believe that back in September, 2008 I commented on this recipe and questioned the amount of chocolate. Maybe the recipe was been coreected but it is clear to me that it is 6 ounces of semi-sweet cholate squares or for a richer deeper cholate flavor, use 6 ounces of bittersweet chocolate. Think I will make them again after a trip to World Foods. Mykele
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
12/17/2009
i did the butter cookies because i am not interested with the filling. i forgot to refrigerate but the taset was yucky!! is the refrigeratng part soo important for the tast?? i thought is just for the shaping and texture!!
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Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/08/2009
I've found 'creme de marron', which is a sweetened chestnut puree, at specialty grocery stores or European style markets. I've used the French brand Clement Faugier and it comes in a 15.5 ounce can.
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/08/2009
I don't know what chestnut cream is or where I can buy it. Can someone help with this information?
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/07/2009
This recipe is also in the "Cookies" book, the amount of semisweet chocolate is 6oz., and the yield is 1 1/2 dozen; about 18 cookies.
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/06/2009
6 squares of boxed chocolate is equal to 6 ounces
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/06/2009
Ok ladies, does anyone have an idea of "6 semisweet chocolate" what? Chocolate Bars, packaged morsals, 6 oz or 6 lbs? Come on my crystal ball is not working? Any ideas?
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
12/19/2008
CHESTNUT is out there ladies. I was able to find it in Whole Foods. Another hard one to find anywhere is Almond Flour. Again, I found that at Whole Foods. One dilemma I had with t his cookie was getting the chocolate thin enough so it wouldn't be so thick on the cookie. That chocolate dipping part was kind of annoying.
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
12/13/2008
Yes, I live in Chicago and cannot find chestnut cream anywhere. the closest thing I've come across is chestnut paste. will that work??
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
12/11/2008
Where can I find this chestnut creme? Couldn't find it in the grocery store, unless I was looking in the wrong place...
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
10/04/2008
Can you freeze the remaining creme de marron. I had to buy quite a large can of it. Thanks, Mary
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
10/03/2008
i believe the chocolate amount is 6 squares of semi sweet chocolate..chopped . I usually use more for easier dipping. 1 to 1 and a half cups of semi sweet chips works just as well...or even better bitter dark chocolate....very nice....
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/30/2008
chestnut cream recipe: I found it on search on the Martha Stewart page. Just type in "Chestnut Cream" . Good Luck.
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/30/2008
so what is chestnut creme? do I buy it, make it? i need things spelled out here- thanks
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/30/2008
Six semi-sweet chocolate ... size? weight? HELP! Think I'll go back to my cookie recipe book or find other recipes on line.
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/30/2008
Six semi-sweet chocolate ... size? weight? HELP! Think I'll go back to my cookie recipe book or find other recipes on line.
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/29/2008
I have been trying to find the appropriate e-mail to contact the persons who post the recipes. The approach seems incongruous with the way MS would do things. The information is sometimes inaccurate or lacks important information. However, I'm grateful for other's comments as it sometimes helps in figuring out what the writers' really meant.
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/29/2008
I love chestnuts and was extremely happy to see a recipe with chestnuts. And by the way, if you bake and/or have common sense, it shouldn't be a huge problem that the amount of the chocolate is not there and unless you follow a recipe word by word, it never makes the same amount of cookies as it says. People, be more positive! Use your heads! :)
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/29/2008
I noticed the cookie last week also that was supposed to be no bake. I had to read it acouple of times wondering if I was loosing my mind. The kitchen needs a proof reader for these recipes. Also how many cookies does this butter cookie yield?
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/29/2008
Can these be frozen? They look great!
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
I don't think I would be able to find the chestnut cream. I was thinking about adding Nutella for the cream!! mmmm Angel
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
I don't think I would be able to find the chestnut cream. I was thinking about adding Nutella for the cream!! mmmm Angel
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
Thanks Dorian :-)
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
I believe you could substitue almond paste, peanut butter, hazelnut butter, fibert butter - just grind the nuts to make your own "butter" then mix as recipe calls for in place of chestnuts. :) You probable could play around with the nut butters, or just opt for a buttercream an add your favorite flavor - the chocolate is most like 6 oz. Quanity: unknown .
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
The recipe sounds good but I don't care for chestnuts. What can be substituted for chestnut cream?
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
The latest cookie recipes have been poorly composed and this one is no exception. number of cookies?? where to obtain the chestnut creme and no quantity for the chocolate. Also there was a no-bake cookie last week that was actually baked for 30 minutes!!! What is going on in the Stewart kitchen????? myke43@msn.com
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
how many cookies does this recipe make
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
I expect that is 6 ounces of semi sweet chocolate?
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
You can get chestnut cream at a specialty foods store, such as Whole Foods. You could just also speak with your local grocery store manager to let them know you want some, and they can often order it for you (and chance to make a sale!). Then, if you're REALLY ambitious, you can make your own: http://www.yankeemagazine.com/recipes/search/onerecipe.php?number=12249
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
Yes they do sound good, but where do you buy chesnut cream? I would substitute, but that would defeat the reason they sound so good. I love chestnuts.
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
09/28/2008
They sound wonderful but where do you purchase Chesnut Creme?
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
04/01/2008
These cookies are fantastic! Crumbly and oh-so-buttery. They are great on their own without the filling and glaze too!
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