Description

Baci di Dama, meaning ‘lady’s kisses,’ are classic Italian hazelnut cookies made with two delicate, buttery cookies sandwiched together with rich dark chocolate.

Ingredients

1 cup (120g) hazelnut flour or finely ground hazelnuts
1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3.5 oz (100g) dark chocolate, chopped

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Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine hazelnut flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt.
Add cold butter and vanilla extract. Mix with your hands or a pastry cutter until the dough comes together.
Shape dough into a log, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice dough and roll into small 1/2-inch balls. Place them on the baking sheet, slightly spaced apart.
Bake for 12–15 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cookies cool completely.
Melt dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler method) or in short bursts in the microwave.
Pair cookies of similar size. Spread a small amount of melted chocolate on the flat side of one and press another cookie on top to form a sandwich.
Let chocolate set before serving or storing.

Notes

You can substitute almonds for hazelnuts if desired.
Chill dough well to prevent spreading.
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.