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Baci Di Dama Recipe

Baci Di Dama

Baci di Dama, or “Lady’s Kisses,” are classic Italian hazelnut cookies with rich chocolate centers. Originating from Piedmont, these delicate treats combine buttery hazelnut dough and melted chocolate, forming a sandwich cookie that’s crisp, nutty, and irresistibly elegant. Perfect with coffee or as a charming homemade gift.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 20 sandwich cookies
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian (Piedmont)
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 150 g toasted hazelnuts
  • 130 g all-purpose flour
  • 20 g cornflour
  • 80 g granulated sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 75 g unsalted butter
  • 60 g dark chocolate

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Hazelnuts: Roast at 180°C for 10–12 minutes. Rub off skins with a towel, let cool, then grind finely until flour-like.
  2. Make the Dough: Mix ground hazelnuts, flour, cornflour, sugar, and salt. Add butter and combine into soft dough. Chill 30–45 minutes.
  3. Shape and Bake: Roll dough into small balls. Bake at 160°C for 12–14 minutes until golden. Let cool fully.
  4. Melt and Fill: Melt chocolate. Add a small amount to one cookie and sandwich with another. Let chocolate set before serving.

Notes

Use skinned, toasted hazelnuts for deeper flavor. Be sure to chill dough so cookies keep their shape. Pair with espresso or cappuccino for an authentic Italian treat. Use quality dark chocolate for the best filling texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Great for holiday cookie boxes, tea parties, or edible gifts.