Crispy Florentine Cookie Stacks with Ricotta Recipe

Name: Crispy Florentine Cookie Stacks with Ricotta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 tablespoons minced dried sour cherries; 1 teaspoon Grand Marnier; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup dark corn syrup; 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 3/4 cups sliced almonds (7 ounces); 1/4 cup packed all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup dried sour cherries, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier; 3/4 cup fresh ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese; 1 tablespoon heavy cream; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract; Pinch of kosher salt; 3 tablespoons confectioners sugar, plus more for dusting; 1/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chips, finely chopped

Servings: persons

2 1/2 tablespoons minced dried sour cherries
1 teaspoon Grand Marnier
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 3/4 cups sliced almonds (7 ounces)
1/4 cup packed all-purpose flour
1/4 cup dried sour cherries, finely chopped
1 tablespoon Grand Marnier
3/4 cup fresh ricotta cheese
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract
Pinch of kosher salt
3 tablespoons confectioners sugar, plus more for dusting
1/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chips, finely chopped

1
Make the cookies Preheat the oven to 375.
2
Line 2 baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
3
In a small bowl, toss the minced sour cherries with the Grand Marnier and let stand for 10 minutes.
4
Make the cookies In a large bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, combine the butter with the granulated sugar, corn syrup, orange and lemon zests and salt.
5
Cook over moderate heat, whisking, until the butter melts and the sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
6
Fold in the almonds and macerated cherries, then fold in the flour.
7
Make the cookies Spoon nine 2-teaspoon-size mounds onto each baking sheet and spread them into 1/2-inch rounds.
8
Bake the florentines or 13 to 15 minutes, until deep golden brown.
9
Let cool completely on the sheets.
10
Meanwhile, make the filling In a small bowl, toss the cherries with the Grand Marnier; let stand for 10 minutes.
11
In a medium bowl, blend the ricotta with the mascarpone, cream, vanilla bean paste, salt and the 3 tablespoons of confectioners sugar.
12
Fold in the chocolate chips and soaked cherries.
13
Meanwhile, make the filling For each stack, set a cookie on a plate and top with 2 tablespoons of the ricotta filling.
14
Top with another cookie, another 2 tablespoons of filling and a final cookie.
15
Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling to make 5 more stacks.
16
Dust the stacks with confectioners sugar and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 tablespoons minced dried sour cherries, 1 teaspoon Grand Marnier, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Crispy Florentine Cookie Stacks with Ricotta falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Crispy Florentine Cookie Stacks with Ricotta

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