Description

Indulge in the delightful world of Neapolitan Cookies, where soft, chewy textures meet the vibrant flavors of vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate. These cookies are a nostalgic treat that brings joy to any occasion, from casual afternoon snacks to festive celebrations. With their unique marbled appearance and easy preparation, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. Made with freeze-dried strawberries for that real fruit flavor and Dutch-process cocoa for rich chocolate goodness, these cookies are not just a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate. Perfectly sweetened and fun to make, Neapolitan Cookies are a must-try recipe that will brighten your day.

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp cornstarch
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
⅔ cup freeze-dried strawberries (before pulverizing)
1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
1 ¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg (at room temperature)
1 large egg yolk (at room temperature)
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp lemon zest (divided)
2 ½ tbsp Dutch-process cocoa powder
¼ tsp instant espresso (optional)
White, pink, and brown sprinkles or jimmies (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In a food processor, pulverize freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder.
In a stand mixer, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla; mix well.
Gradually incorporate the flour mixture until just combined. Divide the dough into three portions: one for vanilla (add lemon zest), one for strawberry (add strawberry powder), and one for chocolate (add cocoa).
Form small balls from each dough type and gently combine them to create marbled cookies.
Place cookie balls on baking sheets and bake for 11–12 minutes until set but not browned. Cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 120
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg