BACI DI DAMA ITALIAN COOKIES
Baci di Dama are delicate Italian hazelnut cookies sandwiched with chocolate. Perfect for gifting or enjoying with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup hazelnuts toasted and finely ground
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- ½ cup chocolate melted for sandwiching
Instructions
Prepare Cookies:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ground hazelnuts, flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add softened butter and vanilla extract, mixing until dough forms.
- Roll dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place on baking sheets.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely on wire racks.
Assemble Baci di Dama:
- Spread a small amount of melted chocolate on the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another cookie.
- Repeat with remaining cookies. Let chocolate set before serving.
Notes
- Tip: Toasting hazelnuts enhances their flavor.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.
- Variation: Use dark, milk, or white chocolate for filling.