Milano Cookies
8 servings
60 minutes
Milano cookies are a refined combination of crispy vanilla dough and delicate chocolate cream. Their roots trace back to Italian pastry tradition, where exquisite flavors and textures come together in harmonious delight. Light and airy cookies joined by aromatic chocolate ganache provide a balance of sweetness and tenderness. The addition of lemon juice gives the dough a subtle refreshing note that highlights the depth of chocolate flavor. Milano pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or hot tea, as well as serving as an elegant addition to the dessert table. These cookies are the perfect choice for those who appreciate sophistication and the traditions of Italian cuisine.
1
Beat the butter and powdered sugar together.
- Butter: 170 g
- Icing sugar: 300 g
2
Add egg whites, vanilla extract, and lemon juice - whisk together thoroughly for a few minutes.
- Egg white: 6 pieces
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
3
Add flour and beat for another minute.
- Wheat flour: 180 g
4
Put the dough in a pastry bag.
5
Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
6
Use a piping bag to squeeze the dough onto a tray 3 cm long.
7
Place in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
8
Remove from the oven and let cool.
9
Prepare chocolate cream: heat the cream in a saucepan over low heat, add chocolate, and mix thoroughly until smooth.
- Heavy cream 35% fat: 100 ml
- Chocolate: 150 g
10
Cool it a bit.
11
Spread cream on the cookie, cover with a second cookie, let it set, and serve.
