Spumoni Slices (Neapolitan Cookies)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13
Indulge in the Sweet Layers of Spumoni Slices (Neapolitan Cookies)
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine , softened
1 1/2 cups confectioners ' sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups flour
2 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares , melted
1/2 cup pecans , chopped
3 -5 drops green food coloring
1/4 cup candied red cherries , finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
3 -5 drops red food coloring

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
214
Sugar
14g
Fat
14g
Spumoni Slices are a twist on the classic Neapolitan ice cream treat, using the same three colors but in cookie form. These slices consist of layers of chocolate, green pistachio, and pink cherry dough, resulting in a beautiful and delicious dessert that is sure to impress. You can make this dessert all year round and with just a little bit of effort, you can create truly eye-catching cookies that look great on any plate. Spumoni Slices are perfect for sharing with friends and family, especially around the holidays when you can showcase your baking skills and creativity to the fullest.

Instructions

1.Cream together butter and confectioners' sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
2.Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
3.Gradually stir in flour until the dough comes together.
4.Divide the dough into three portions.
5.To the first portion add melted chocolate and chopped pecans, and stir until well mixed. Press into the prepared square baking pan.
6.To the second portion add green food coloring and almond extract, and stir until well blended. Press onto chocolate layer.
7.To the third portion add chopped candied cherries and red food coloring and stir until well mixed. Press onto the green layer.
8.Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
9.Allow it to cool before slicing and serving.

PROS

Spumoni Slices are a delicious and eye-catching dessert, ideal for bringing out at parties or as an indulgent treat.

These cookies are easy to make and require only a few simple ingredients that are easy to obtain.

These cookies are perfect for gifting to friends and family who love a sweet treat.

CONS

Although these cookies are easy to make, they require some effort and patience.

The layers need to be stacked with precision, so it can be a time-consuming and fiddly process.

These cookies are high in calories, so they should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spumoni Slices contain nuts, which provide a great source of energy to keep you going throughout the day.
In addition, the almonds in this recipe contain healthy fats and other nutrients that can help to lower cholesterol levels. Cherries also contain high levels of antioxidants and other beneficial compounds that can boost your immune system and help to reduce inflammation in your body.

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