Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with the vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Fold the egg yolk mixture into the egg white mixture. Add the flour mixture and fold until just combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a piping bag, pipe the batter into finger-shaped lengths about 3 inches long, spacing them about an inch apart. Sprinkle with cream of tartar.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely before dusting with confectioners' sugar.
Interesting Facts
- Ladyfingers are also known as "savoiardi" in Italian.
- They are a popular ingredient in many desserts, including tiramisu.
- Ladyfingers should be crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
