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Neapolitan Cookies

Neapolitan Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth: A Flavor Trio

Indulge in Neapolitan Cookies featuring a delightful combination of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry flavors that melt in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Salted Butter, softened Provides richness and moisture.
  • 2/3 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and a deep flavor.
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 1 large Egg Important for structure.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Adds moisture.
  • 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 2 1/3 cups All-Purpose Flour Main structure of the cookies.
  • 1 1/2 tsp Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Flavor Trio
  • 3 Tbsp Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix Adds moisture.
  • 3 Tbsp Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix Provides rich flavor.
  • 3 Tbsp Strawberry Instant Pudding Mix Offers classic flavor.
  • Pink Gel Food Coloring Optional for color.
For Rolling
  • Granulated Sugar For rolling cookies.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Neapolitan Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream the salted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar for 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Add one egg and one yolk along with the vanilla extract, mix until combined.
  4. Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt, mix just until combined.
  5. Divide the dough into three portions and keep one in the mixer.
  6. Mix in vanilla pudding for one portion, chocolate pudding for the second, and strawberry pudding with food coloring for the last.
  7. Scoop portions of each flavor together, roll into balls, and coat with granulated sugar.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until puffy but glossy.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes then transfer to a rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Don't overmix the dough to maintain softness.

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