Spumoni Slices Neapolitan Cookies
Spumoni slices Neapolitan cookies have an origin that dates back to the Italian tradition of spumoni ice cream, known for its combination of three flavors and colors: chocolate, pistachio, and cherry. This dessert has inspired the creation of a cookie that mimics those hues and flavors, giving rise to a classic of pastry with a colorful and delicious touch.
In several Latin American countries, this type of cookie may be known simply as "three-color cookies" or "Neapolitan cookies," referring to the mix of characteristic ingredients and colors. Their popularity extends from Mexico to Argentina, where they are adapted to local tastes but always retain the spirit of the original spumoni.
How to Prepare Spumoni Slices Neapolitan Cookies
To prepare these delicious slices, first we need to gather the ingredients: butter, powdered sugar, egg, vanilla extract, flour, semi-sweet baking chocolate squares, pecans, green food coloring, red candied cherries, almond extract, and red food coloring.
In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar.
Beat in the egg and vanilla.
Gradually add the flour and mix well.
Divide the dough into three portions.
Incorporate the chocolate into one portion.
Mix well.
Add pecans and green food coloring to the second portion.
Add cherries, almond extract, and red food coloring to the third.
Roll each portion between two pieces of wax paper to form an 8x6-inch rectangle.
Remove the wax paper.
Place the chocolate rectangle on a piece of plastic wrap.
Cover with the green and pink rectangles.
Press lightly.
Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Cut the chilled dough in half lengthwise.
Return one rectangle to the refrigerator.
Cut the remaining rectangle into 1/8-inch slices.
Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake at 375 degrees for 5-7 minutes or until set.
Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
Repeat with the remaining dough.
