Which Italian sandwich cookie's name means "lady's kisses"?

The Italian sandwich cookie whose name means “lady’s kisses” is Baci di dama.

Baci di dama are made from two small nut-based biscuits joined by a layer of chocolate. The two halves meet like a kiss, explaining the Italian name: baci di dama translates literally as “lady’s kisses.” The traditional biscuits are associated with hazelnuts, butter, sugar and flour, although modern versions may use almonds, pistachios or cocoa.

The cookie comes from northern Italy, particularly Piedmont, a region known for its hazelnuts and confectionery. The town of Novi Ligure is often identified with its origins. Historical accounts place its creation between 1852 and 1893, and it is recognized as a traditional protected Piedmontese food product.

Baci di dama are easy to confuse with other Italian sweets. Amaretti are usually almond-based macaroons, while cantucci are firm, twice-baked biscuits often served with a dessert wine. Pizzelle are thin, patterned wafers cooked in an iron rather than sandwich cookies filled with chocolate.