Description
Savoiardi, also known as Italian ladyfingers, are light, airy sponge cookies with a delicate crisp exterior and soft center. Perfect for tiramisu or enjoyed with coffee, these classic biscuits are simple to make and require just a few basic ingredients.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, divided
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with half of the sugar until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with the remaining sugar and vanilla extract until pale and thick.
- Gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the whipped egg whites.
- Sift the flour and salt over the mixture and carefully fold until just combined, being careful not to deflate the batter.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip and pipe 3- to 4-inch strips onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Dust the tops lightly with powdered sugar and let sit for 5 minutes. Dust again if desired.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until lightly golden and firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack before serving or storing.
Notes
- Be gentle when folding to maintain the airy texture.
- Ladyfingers should be crisp on the outside and soft inside.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- These cookies are ideal for tiramisu, trifles, or layered desserts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ladyfinger
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
