Delicious and Colorful Neapolitan Cookies

These Neapolitan Cookies are a twist on the classic ice cream flavor, featuring layers of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry dough. Perfect for a special occasion or just a sweet treat for yourself, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup strawberry jam

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Divide the dough into three equal portions.
6. Mix the cocoa powder into one portion of dough until well combined.
7. Mix the strawberry jam into the second portion of dough until well combined.
8. Leave the third portion plain.
9. Roll out each portion of dough into a rectangle of the same size.
10. Stack the three rectangles on top of each other, pressing down gently to adhere.
11. Roll the stacked dough into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
12. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
13. Slice the chilled dough log into 1/4-inch slices and place on the prepared baking sheet.
14. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies are lightly golden.
15. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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