BACI DI DAMA

Ingredients

Preparation

1. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a food processor, process the hazelnuts until they are of a flour-like consistency.
3. In a large bowl, add the ground hazelnuts, flour, sugar, corn starch, and salt. Mix well.
4. Add the butter and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Knead to form a smooth and even dough.
5. Using a small scoop or spoon, divide the dough into 2 teaspoon-sized portions. Roll each into a ball. Set the cookies on the baking sheets, 1½ inches apart. Flatten each ball gently with the palm of your hand.
6. Refrigerate the cookies for about 1 hour.
7. Set the baking rack in the centre position and preheat the oven to 325 °F. 
8. Remove the cookies from the refrigerator and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until slightly brown on top. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
9. Spread about 1 teaspoon of the spread on the bottom of a cookie. Place another cookie on top and press gently, forming a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining cookies.
10. Plate and serve.