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Shiroi Koibito

Delicious Shiroi Koibito: Irresistible White Chocolate Treats

Shiroi Koibito are delightful sandwich cookies filled with creamy white chocolate, perfect for any dessert table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Cookies
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • wire rack
  • Heatproof bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The backbone of your cookies, providing structure and texture.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and a delightful creaminess to your treats.
  • 0.25 cups powdered sugar Sweetens your dough without the grittiness of granulated sugar.
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses a warm, comforting flavor that complements the white chocolate.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder, helping the dough come together beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Adds the perfect rise, ensuring your cookies are light and airy.

For the Filling

  • 0.5 cups white chocolate, melted Elevates your Shiroi Koibito with its creamy sweetness.

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Shiroi Koibito

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cream the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  • Shape the dough into small discs, about 1 inch thick, and arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Melt the white chocolate until smooth and glossy.
  • Spread melted white chocolate on the flat side of one cookie and top with another to create a sandwich.
  • Let the assembled cookies set at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

Notes

Consider refrigerating the dough for about 30 minutes before shaping to maintain its structure. Avoid overmixing the dough to ensure cookies remain tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Cookies, Dessert, Sapporo, Shiroi Koibito, treats, white chocolate
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