Recipe: Neapolitan cookies | Vancouver Sun

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Picture this: a cookie that’s like a party in your mouth, with swirls of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry flavours all coming together in perfect harmony.

That’s a Neapolitan cookie for you!. Here’s why you need to whip up a batch of these babies.

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Flavour explosion: Neapolitan cookies aren’t just tasty; they’re a flavour roller-coaster. You’ve got the rich chocolate, the creamy vanilla, and the fruity pop of strawberry all packed into one bite. Just like Neapolitan ice cream, these cookies are like hitting the dessert jackpot every time you take a bite.

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Eye candy: Have you ever seen anything as pretty as a tray of Neapolitan cookies? Those layers of brown, white, and pink are like a work of art. Whether you’re snapping pics for Instagram or just admiring them on your kitchen counter, these cookies are guaranteed to turn heads.

Blast from the past: Remember those summer days chasing the ice cream truck? Neapolitan cookies bring back all those nostalgic vibes. They’re like a throwback to your favorite childhood treat, but with a fun twist that’s all grown up.

Mix it up: The best part about Neapolitan cookies? You can get totally creative with them. Throw in some nuts, sprinkle on some chocolate chips, or swap out the chocolate for matcha — it’s all fair game. Whether you stick to the classics or go wild with your own flavours, these cookies are all about having fun in the kitchen.

Easy: Don’t let their fancy looks fool you; Neapolitan cookies are a breeze to make. With just a handful of ingredients and a bit of patience, you’ll have a batch of these beauties ready to devour in no time. And trust me, your friends will be seriously impressed when you bust these out at your next get-together.

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Neapolitan cookies

1 cup butter

1 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 tsp. vanilla

2¼ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

¼ tsp baking soda

1/3 cup sparkling sugar

Strawberry dough

½ tsp. strawberry extract

2 tbsp. flour

Pink gel food colouring

Chocolate dough

1½ tbsp. cocoa powder

Preheat your oven to 350 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.

In a stand mixer outfitted with a paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar together until well combined. Add egg and vanilla extract, and beat until light and fluffy.

Mix flour, baking soda and baking powder in a bowl. Add to mixer and mix until dough comes together. Remove and weigh dough and divide into 3 portions.

To the first portion, add strawberry extract, flour, and pink gel food colouring. Knead dough until the colour is even. Set aside.

To the second portion, add cocoa powder and knead until smooth. Set aside. Weigh each flavoured dough and divide each dough into 24 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.

To assemble the cookies: Take a tablespoon-sized portion of each dough and roll them into separate balls. Place one chocolate ball, one vanilla ball, and one strawberry ball side by side. Gently press them together to form a larger ball, then flatten slightly to create a cookie shape.

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Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie. Sprinkle with sparkling sugar. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and slightly golden.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Makes 24 cookies. 

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