Homemade Lady Fingers

Learn the art of making ladyfingers, and you'll never go back to store-bought options. These homemade treats, delicately light and airy, are delightful either on their own or as a perfect addition to your favorite desserts. They’re also great for tiramisu!

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 180 degree Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit)

Step 2

Separate eggs. Place yolks in a large bowl and the whites in a stand mixer. If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can use a handheld mixer.

Step 3

Using a whisk or hand mixer, whip the egg yolks with half of the sugar until its lights and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract and beat it into the mixture.

Step 5

If you’re using the hand mixer from before, be sure to clean it thoroughly before continuing. Whip the egg whites on medium-high speed, until fluffy.

Step 6

Once the egg whites are light and fluffy, slowly add the rest of the sugar while continuing to whip. Whip until stiff peaks form. You should be able to hold the bowl upside down over your head for at least 10 seconds. This step is crucial or the lady fingers will fall flat in the oven.

Step 7

Using a silicone spatula, gently fold the yolk mixture into the whipped whites. Be careful not deflate all the incorporated air.

Step 8

Sift the flour and salt slowly into the mixture, folding gently with a spatula to combine. Make sure there are no lumps but do not over mix.

Step 9

Fit a large piping bag with a large round tip (about 1/2 inch). Transfer the mixture to the piping bag, twist to close and then pipe fingers onto a cookie tray lined with baking paper. Leave at least 2cm (1 inch) between each piped finger. Hold the bag at an angle when piping and then lift straight up when you’re done piping.

Step 10

Sprinkle powdered sugar over the cookies and then bake for 12-15 minutes or until puffed up and a little golden.

Step 11

If you don’t mange to fit all the cookie mixture on one tray, rather spread it into 2 batches.

Step 12

Cool the cookies completely in the tray at room temperature.

Step 13

Enjoy once cooled with a nice cup of coffee. If you plan on savouring them later, store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks or they will begin softening.