Italian Chocolate Sandwich Cookies – Giada De Laurentiis

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Tasty Italian Chocolate Sandwich Cookies for Dessert
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

1 hr 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter , room temperature
2/3 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal or 1 cup polenta
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 orange , zest of
1/2 cup unsalted butter , room temperature
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 orange , zest of
1 pinch salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
304
Sugar
21g
Fat
20g
These Italian Chocolate Sandwich Cookies are a decadent dessert that is perfect for special occasions. The cookies themselves are not overly sweet, but the buttercream filling adds just the right amount of sweetness to make them a true dessert treat. These cookies are unique because they are made with cornmeal or polenta, which gives them a slightly gritty texture. The orange zest adds a fresh, citrusy flavor that compliments the rich chocolate perfectly. These cookies are easy to decorate with colorful sprinkles or other toppings, making them a fun dessert to make with kids.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and creamy.
3.Add the flour, cornmeal or polenta, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and orange zest. Stir until well combined.
4.Form the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5.Bake for 15-17 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Let cool completely.
6.In a medium bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and orange zest. Lastly, add a pinch of salt and beat until well mixed.
7.Take half of the cookies and spread a layer of filling on top. Top with the other half of the cookies to create a sandwich. Repeat until all the cookies are used up.

PROS

These Italian Chocolate Sandwich Cookies are a delicious and unique twist on traditional chocolate cookies.

The orange zest adds a refreshing flavor that compliments the chocolate perfectly.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar and butter, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They take a bit of time to make because the dough needs to chill in the refrigerator for an hour.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Dark chocolate contains antioxidants that may help protect your heart health.
Orange zest is a good source of vitamin C, which can boost your immune system.

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