INGREDIENTS
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(Makes approximately 3 dozen)
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For the cookies:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 egg
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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2 cups all purpose flour
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3/4 cup dutch process cocoa powder
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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For the filling:
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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2 tablespoons half and half
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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3 – 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, whisked to remove any lumps