Description
Italian Christmas cookies are a delightful treat enjoyed during the holiday season. They come in various shapes and flavors, often decorated with icing or sprinkles.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
- Colored sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, mix powdered sugar and milk to make icing.
- Decorate cooled cookies with icing and sprinkles.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- These cookies can be made a few days in advance.
- Feel free to add nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: italian christmas cookies, holiday cookies, festive treats