Delightful Italian Christmas Cookies
Delightful Italian Christmas Cookies are a holiday favorite, combining soft, chewy textures with vibrant flavors. These charming treats are easy to make and perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in. Topped with a glossy glaze and colorful sprinkles, they evoke warm memories of family traditions and joyful celebrations. Get ready to impress your loved ones with these delightful cookies that promise to spread holiday cheer!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar (for glazing)
- Colorful sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and citrus zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden around the edges but still soft in the center. Cool before decorating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg