Traditional Italian Christmas Cookies
Delightful and festive cookies perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
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
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Sprinkles or decorative sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Press each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
- If desired, top with sprinkles or decorative sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas cookies, Italian cookies, holiday baking, festive treats