Italian Christmas Cookies
Delightful Italian Christmas Cookies featuring a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, glazed with a sweet icing and decorated with colorful sprinkles, perfect for holiday celebrations and family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 4 pieces eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Use real butter for best flavor.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla or almond extract
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
For the Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons milk Add more if a thinner consistency is desired.
- Nonpareil sprinkles For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Whisk together the flour and baking powder in a bowl; set aside.
- Cream the softened butter, vanilla extract, and sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure everything is well combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter and sugar mixture; mix until it just comes together. Knead the dough until it is firm.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Shape the cold dough into 1-inch balls or swirls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges turn golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely on wire racks.
Glazing
- While the cookies cool, combine the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a bowl. Whisk until glossy and smooth.
- Dip the tops of the cooled cookies into the glaze and decorate generously with nonpareil sprinkles.
- Let the glaze set for 30 to 60 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze in layers with parchment paper for up to three months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgSugar: 8g
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