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Lightweight bioinspired metamaterials, with their engineered properties not found in conventional materials, have garnered significant attention for their potential in aerospace engineering applications. This study explores the mechanical behavior of sandwich plate structures using the Kresling origami pattern, fabricated through a straightforward three-dimensional (3-D) printing process. By conducting three-point bending and compression tests, as well as simulations with Abaqus software, the research investigates the distinctive mechanical properties of origami-inspired structures under mechanical loading. In addition, an analytical bar–hinge model is implemented for the mirrored (double) Kresling core that reproduces the measured compression response of the sandwich structure and provides design guidance for tuning quasi-zero stiffness and identifying the onset of bistability. This study is noteworthy for being the first to investigate the bending characteristics of sandwich structures using the two-cell Kresling pattern or double Kresling, which is an area that has not been previously explored. Using a Kresling core in sandwich panels is challenging due to intrinsic rotation; to address this, a double-Kresling pattern is employed, which constrains rotation to the middle layer, maintaining face-sheet alignment and preserving panel integrity under deformation. The findings reveal that the 3-D-printed Kresling origami core significantly reduces weight while maintaining structural integrity, making it especially beneficial for aerospace engineering, where lightweight yet strong materials are crucial. This research highlights the potential of Kresling-patterned sandwich plates to improve efficiency and performance in supersonic vehicles.