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Baci di Dama Italian Cookies


  • Author: Chef Emy

Description

Classic Italian hazelnut cookies sandwiched with chocolate, known as ‘Lady’s Kisses’ for their delicate shape.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 cup hazelnuts, finely ground
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3.5 oz dark chocolate, chopped

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix ground hazelnuts, flour, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light, then add vanilla.
  3. Combine dry and wet ingredients to form a dough. Roll into small balls (1 tsp each) and place on baking sheets.
  4. Bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely.
  5. Melt chocolate in a double boiler. Sandwich cookie pairs with a small amount of chocolate. Let set before serving.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.