Celebrate the holiday season with these delightful Italian Christmas cookies that are full of flavor and perfect for sharing with family and friends.
These Italian Christmas cookies are a must-have during the holiday season! They are soft and tender, with a light almond flavor and a hint of lemon zest. The colorful sprinkles and confectioners' sugar make them festive and fun to look at, and they taste as good as they look. This recipe is easy to follow and requires only a few ingredients that are probably already in your pantry. Whether you're making them for your family or to give as a gift, these cookies are sure to be a hit.
Recipe:
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| Italian Christmas Cookies |
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup colored sprinkles
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, almond extract, and lemon zest.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a smooth dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and roll them in the colored sprinkles, pressing gently to coat.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden on the bottom.
- Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, sift confectioners' sugar over the cookies.
- Serve and enjoy!
Note: This recipe makes about 3 dozen cookies. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the cookies for up to 3 months.
