Devil Dogs Recipe

These Devil Dogs are a fun and easy baking project perfect for making with your kids! A classic chocolate cookie recipe, these irresistible treats are sandwiched with a creamy, dreamy filling. Get the kids involved in the frosting fun after school for a delicious family activity. This recipe was originally passed down from a local realtor – a true neighborhood treasure!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 327.1 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
Devil Dogs 35

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Devil Dogs

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Devil Dogs? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Devil Dogs

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (113g) shortening, 1 large egg, and 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1/2 cup (120ml) milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set.
  8. Let cookies cool completely on baking sheets before frosting.
  9. **For the Filling:** In a medium bowl, beat together 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter, 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar, 1/4 cup (60ml) milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add a tablespoon of water at a time if needed to reach desired consistency.
  10. Spread a generous amount of filling onto the flat side of one cookie and top with another cookie to create a sandwich.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

109g

Fat

22g

Carbs

14g