Strawberry Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Sandwich Cookies

Heat oven to 350°F.

In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugars until creamy. Add the vanilla and eggs, one at a time, and mix well after each addition.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda and salt) then add this into the shortening mixture and mix well. Add the chocolate chips and mix again.

Place the dough on a baking sheet using a cookie scoop to ensure the cookies are all the same size. Bake for 9-11 minutes. The cookies will look undercooked. Remove from the pan immediately and allow to cool completely.

For the cheesecake frosting:

Mix to combine the pudding mix and milk until partially set. Fold in the whipped topping. Use more or less whipped topping depending on the flavor you want.

To assemble:

Spread a layer of cheesecake frosting on the bottom of half of the cookies. Add thick slices of strawberries then add another cookie on top of each and press gently to sandwich them together. Store in the refrigerator. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before serving.

Source: Cookie recipe is from my dear friend Amy S.
Recipe inspired by Pinterest.