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Neapolitan Cookies

Deliciously colorful Neapolitan Cookies with three layers of chocolate, vanilla, and pink, perfect for parties or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • Food coloring (pink and yellow, for color layers)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
  5. Divide the dough into thirds. To one part, stir in cocoa powder. To another, add pink food coloring. Leave the third part plain or add yellow food coloring.
  6. Roll out the doughs between sheets of parchment paper. Stack layers together and cut into desired shapes.
  7. Place on prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  8. Let cool and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Serve with Greek yogurt or a handful of nuts for a balanced snack.

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