These savory baci di dama are sure to please with their crisp parmesan-flavored cookies and the ricotta and pear filling. They can be served as a snack or a sophisticated appetizer when you are hosting a party.
The process of making the savory baci di dama starts with making the cookies; you make a dough with flour, parmesan, almond flour, milk, salt, and butter. Then, when the dough has come together, it gets divided into balls and baked in the oven. After that, you make a filling by mixing ricotta with sauteed pears, parmesan, and pepper. This mixture then gets sandwiched between pairs of cookies. The contrast of sweet pears and salty cheese makes these so delicious!
What are Savory Baci di Dama?
These savory baci di dama are inspired by the classic Italian baci di dama which includes a hazelnut cream filling. However, this version is a little different because it is savory. Parmesan cheese goes into the cookie dough, imparting a salty and nutty taste. Meanwhile, the filling is a blend of ricotta, parmesan, pear, and black pepper, instead of the hazelnut cream filling. The results are savory cookies that can be served with wine or your favorite cocktails.
Pro Tips
- Use a measuring spoon to ensure that the cookies are equal sizes.
- You will know the cookies are baked when they are set and light golden on their bottoms.
- Choose a pear that is ripe but still has some firmness and it will be easier to dice up.
- Don’t overcook the pear. You want it to cook enough to become fork tender but not be so soft that it will fall apart in the filling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Does Baci di Dama Mean?
Baci di Dama is Italian for lady’s kisses, and the way that the two cookies are sandwiched together mimics kissing lips.
Can I Refrigerate the Dough Before Baking?
Absolutely! If you would like to wait to bake the dough, you can store it in the fridge for up to 1 day before assembling it into cookies and baking them.
Can I Add Other Cheeses to the Filling?
Yes, you could replace the parmesan in the filling if you like. A similarly textured cheese like pecorino romano would be great, but you could also add other shredded cheeses like gruyere or cheddar if desired.
How to Store Savory Baci di Dama
These cookies should be stored in a sealed container in the fridge where they will keep for up to 2 days. It isn’t recommended to freeze them due to their ricotta filling.
Ingredients
How to Make Savory Baci di Dama
Cook the pear in the butter in a pan on the stove until tender. Remove it from the heat and allow it to cool.
For the dough, in a bowl, knead the flour with the parmesan, almond flour, milk, salt, and butter until it becomes a dough.
In a bowl, stir the ricotta with the parmesan, pear, and pepper until combined.
Divide the dough into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake them in a 360 F (180 C) oven for 20 minutes.
Sandwich two cookies together with the filling. Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling.
For the filling, peel the pear and cut it into cubes.
Serve and enjoy!
Cook the pear in the butter in a pan on the stove until tender. Remove it from the heat and allow it to cool.
In a bowl, stir the ricotta with the parmesan, pear, and pepper until combined.
Sandwich two cookies together with the filling. Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling.
Serve and enjoy!
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