Chocolate Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies

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   Preheat oven to 375.

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   Mix together cookie dough, cocoa powder, and peanut butter pieces until combined.

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   Shape dough into 3/4-inch balls.

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   Roll balls in coarse sugar.

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   Place balls 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.

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   Using the bottom of a glass, flatten the cookies to about 1/4 inch thick.

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   Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are firm.

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   Cool for 1 minute on the cookie sheet.

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   Transfer to a wire rack and let cool.

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    Meanwhile, for the filling, combine cream cheese, peanut butter, and honey.

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    Spread filling on bottoms of half the cookies.

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    Top with remaining cookies, bottom sides down.

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    TO STORE: Layer assembled cookies between waxed paper in an airtight container, cover.

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    Store at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.

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    **Makes about 20-25 sandwich cookies.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.